Louise Michel (Paris Metro) facts for kids
The Louise Michel station is a stop on the Paris Métro system, serving Line 3. It is located in a town called Levallois-Perret, which is just northwest of Paris, the capital city of France.
History of the Station
This metro station has an interesting history, including a name change!
Original Name: Vallier
Before the year 1946, the station was known by a different name: Vallier. This name came from a tall mountain (2,839 meters high) located in the Pyrenees mountain range. This mountain is close to a valley called Val d'Aran.
Renamed for Louise Michel
On May 1, 1946, the station's name was changed to Louise Michel. This was done to honor a very important French woman named Louise Michel. She was a brave and famous figure in French history who fought for what she believed in. She was known for her strong ideas about fairness and equality for everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Estación de Louise Michel para niños
