The observance in Qubec, although sharing a name with the French national holiday commemorating the storming of the Bastille, possesses a distinct character. While the original event symbolizes the French Revolution and... Read more »
In the province of Quebec, a particular observance reflects the broader Francophone cultural connection to France’s national holiday. This celebration, echoing events in France, commemorates a pivotal moment in French history and... Read more »
The commemoration of the storming of the Bastille, a pivotal event in the French Revolution, finds a unique expression in the capital of Quebec. Celebrations in this North American city often blend... Read more »