When A Parisian Canal Aged Two-Hundred Years Was Drained, No One Could Believe What Was In There

Published on 04/08/2021
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How To Empty A Canal

Paris is known as one of the most romantic cities in the world, but it is also one of the most mysterious. The City of Light has plenty of dark and intriguing places, such as the Catacombs of Paris, and the Canal Saint-Martin. While you might understand why the Catacombs would be so alluring, what was it about an innocent-looking canal that caused such obsession among Parisians? All that they could do was watch from the banks as the authorities got on with their drainage mission. But what lay in store for the busy workers?

How To Empty A Canal

How To Empty A Canal

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Remains Of World War I

2001 was the first year that the canal was emptied. More than 40 tons of trash were removed from the area during a single operation. Much of the most interesting stuff that was unearthed originated from World War I, where all manner of bombshells, bullets, and even gold pennies were brought to light. Somehow, someone had managed to drive their car into the canal decades ago! But what other mysteries had been laid to rest in the canal?

Remains Of World War I

Remains Of World War I

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