Arc de Triomphe in Paris became the world’s largest triumphal arch at 164 ft tall.
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Pablo Picasso had his first exhibition in Paris, France.
The high-end fashion label Givenchy was presented for the first time in Paris, with the first model being Bettina Graziani.
Allied troops began the attack on Paris during World War II.
Pan American Airways made the first commercial flight of the Boeing 707 from New York City to Paris.
The Summer Olympic Games opening ceremony was held outdoors for the first time ever.
