‘Rex was the star of the day’‘On Sunday Aug
‘Rex was the star of the day’‘On Sunday August 24th 1919, the entire town of Chateaurouxcelebrated with panache the return of its beloved poilus. Dressed up to thenine, the Castelroussins (habitants of Chateauroux) crowded the streets to party all day,all night. Following the VIPs’ speeches and the military parade, the poilus andtheir beloved mascot, Rex, gathered for a très joyous banquet. Camera-ready Rexwas undoubtedly the star of the day.’ Châteauroux - les fêtes du retour des poilus - 24août 1919 – Image: Rex, the star of the day – See video of that special day here. -- source link
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