MDA4681375: The Franco-British Memorial of Thiepval (Somme). Taking advantage of the low military activity, the Germans transformed Thiepval into a fortress during the First World War. The memorial was built in 1932 by British architect Edwins Lutyens. On the large white walls of the building are serious the names of more than 73,000 British soldiers killed during the Battle of the Somme. Photography 29/04/09., Denance, Michel / Bridgeman Images
MDA4548303: Embassy of France, Pariser Platz, Berlin, Germany. The French embassy regains its historic location in Berlin, dating back to 186O. It is inspired by the palace, destroyed during the Second World War, and presents a symmetrical and rhythmic facade by square windows. The building houses consular services, ambassador's apartments and representation rooms. At the back of the embassy are terraces and gardens, which can be used for receptions or cultural events. Architect Christian de Portzamparc, 2002, Portzamparc, de Christian (b.1944) / Bridgeman Images
MDA4551990: The headquarters of the Caisse d'Epargne, Avenue Willy Brandt, Euralille in Lille, Nord, Nord pas de Calais (Nord-Pas-de-Calais), France. Architecture by Michel Gutmann, Dusapin and Leclercq Architectes, 2008. Photography 15/07/2008, Dusapin, Fabrice (b.1954) & Leclercq, Francois (b.1953) / Bridgeman Images