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Heritage classified

Origin and history

The house at 19 Napoleon Street on Aix Island is a historic monument whose protected elements, namely the façade and roof, were inscribed by ministerial decree on 5 May 1931. This building illustrates the typical architecture of this fortified island, marked by its military and maritime history, especially linked to Napoleon I, who stayed there before his departure for St. Helena in 1815.

The Île-d'Aix, attached to the commune of Charente-Maritime (Department 17) in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, is an island site with rich heritage, where old houses like this reflect the way of life of the inhabitants between the 18th and 19th centuries. These homes, often modest but well-kept, were used to house officers, artisans or families associated with port and military activities on the island. Their preservation makes it possible today to understand the urban and social evolution of this isolated territory, marked by its strategic role in the history of France.

The precise location of the house, confirmed by GPS coordinates and the official address of the Merimée base, places the monument in the heart of the village, close to other historic sites of the island. Although the practical information about his visit or current use (rental, guest rooms) is not detailed, his registration as a Historical Monument makes him a key element of the local heritage, open to study and tourism development.

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