In the news1921
Public radio broadcasting starts in 1921
Public radio broadcasting officially began in France in 1921, with regular programs transmitted from an antenna atop the Eiffel Tower.
Born Neuilly-sur-Seine, 27 Sep 1927
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27 Sep 1927
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In the news1921
Public radio broadcasting officially began in France in 1921, with regular programs transmitted from an antenna atop the Eiffel Tower.
Getting around
Railcar improvements cut travel times
Between 1928 and 1939, modernized railcars reduced the journey between St Brieuc and Paimpol from 2 hours 50 minutes to 1 hour 55 minutes.
What it cost
Rising Bread Prices 1910–1925
The price of a kilogram of bread in Paris rose from 0.39 francs in 1910 to 1.58 francs by 1925.
Around the world · 1918–1920The Spanish flu. A flu pandemic infected a third of humanity and killed some 50 million people, more than the war that had just ended.
What people wore
The decline of the worker's blouse
By the early 1900s, the traditional working man's blouse had largely disappeared in Paris, replaced by disparate outfits of jackets, vests, and trousers worn with caps. Workers often saved their best suits for Sundays and holidays, featuring accessories like bowler hats, cravats, and patent leather shoes.
Music
Instruments for dancing in France
People danced to the accordion, bagpipes, and the vielle, a traditional string instrument played by turning a wheel. Between the wars, the accordion became the dominant instrument for popular dances across France.
Daily life
Lighting, water, and cooking at home
In 1900, many families still used oil lamps for lighting and drew water from communal pumps or wells, while city apartments often featured small charcoal furnaces for cooking at a low cost.