The iconic Eiffel Tower officially opened and was the tallest man-made tower for 41 years.
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Napoleon Bonaparte was crowned the Emperor of France in Paris.
Marie and Pierre Curie isolate radium in Paris, France.
The Moulin Rouge cabaret opened its doors in Paris for the first time.
Hitler had his first and only tour of Paris, ticking Eiffel Tower and Napoleon's grave off his bucket list.
The first daily passenger air service began, going from London to Paris.
