Musée de l’Armée-Les Invalides: Introduction to World Wars I & II – Small Group

Description

Learn about how both World Wars shaped France and French identity

During this 1.5-2 hour guided tour, you’ll explore a dazzling collection of artifacts, videos and displays and learn about how both World Wars shaped France and French identity. Your expert guide will outline the people and events that helped launch World War I, including Bismarck and the Franco-Prussian War, and the assassination of Franz Ferdinand. Along the way, see equipment, uniforms, weapons and other artifacts that were used on the battlefield, original footage of the atrocities that took place before the Treaty of Versailles and even the train car where the armistice was signed. Explore Hitler’s ascent to power in Germany and the lead-up to World War II. Uncover the evacuation of Dunkirk and the Occupation of Paris, and witness eye-opening relics of the war. Ultimately, this tour is a deep dive into the individual and collective acts of courage that enabled an Allied victory. Great for history-buffs everywhere.

Whats Included

• Skip-the-line ticket to the Musée de l'Armée - Les Invalides
• Semi-private guided tour
• Professional English-speaking tour guide
• All entrance fees

Whats Excluded

• Hotel pick-up/drop-off
• Gratuities (optional)
• Food & drinks

Supplier

• Babylon Tours

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation is possible until 48 hours before your visit.