Hôtel de la Guerre, 18th-century private mansion in Versailles, France
The building features administrative architecture with flat vaulted ceilings made of brick and plaster, reflecting the architectural innovations of Louis XV period.
Construction began in July 1759 under architect Jean-Baptiste Berthier to house military services and archives previously scattered between Paris and Versailles.
The interior spaces, including the Diane salon, contained paintings commemorating significant military events from the War of Austrian Succession.
The Central Directorate of Defence Infrastructure Service now occupies this building at 3 rue de l'Indépendance américaine in Versailles.
The architect demonstrated the building's fireproof design to King Louis XV by setting wood and straw ablaze inside, proving flames would not spread.
Location: Versailles
Architects: Jean Baptiste Berthier
GPS coordinates: 48.80240,2.12135
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07
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