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Authorization of construction of Les Invalides

When
1670
Where
Paris, France
Episodes
1

On 24 November 1670, Louis XIV issued an order to establish Les Invalides in Paris. The project created a home and hospital for aged and disabled veterans of his military campaigns.

Episodes

  1. 24 November 1670 · Paris, FranceIssuance of the Royal Order

    Louis XIV issued an order on 24 November 1670 to commence work on a veterans' hospital in Paris.

Background and detail

Institutional Purpose. The complex was designed to serve as a home and hospital for aged and disabled soldiers, known as invalides. It specifically targeted veterans who had served in Louis XIV's numerous military campaigns.

People involved

  • Louis XIV · Monarch who authorized the project

Sources

  1. Les Invalides Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23

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