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Notre‑Dame in War: Protection and Symbolism
A history of Notre‑Dame during WWI and WWII: protective measures, civic presence, and endurance amid conflict.
1/8/2026
15 min read
Notre‑Dame became a civic sentinel during the world wars. Sandbags, guard posts, and protocols shielded stone from shock and shrapnel.
🪖 Protective Measures
- Sandbagging: Façades and windows buffered against blasts.
- Monitoring: Patrol logs kept in sacristy records.
- Repair cycles: Chips and cracks cataloged by masons.
🗓️ Events & Presence
- WWI: Precautions for artillery and air raids.
- WWII: Occupation era vigil and symbolic services.
The cathedral’s steady presence helped anchor civic morale.
[^memory]: Wartime diaries note the cathedral as a point of orientation and hope.
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Cultural Historian
Come amante di Parigi e viaggiatore attento, ho creato questa guida per aiutare tutti a entrare nelle storie di Notre‑Dame — dove fede, mestiere e comunità si incontrano.
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