THE FRENCH Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency David Martinon, visited The Briars to explore the peninsula’s connection to Napoleon Bonaparte. On 23 October, Martinon was joined by Flinders MP Zoe McKenzie, mayor Cr Stephen Batty, and deputy mayor Cr Paul Pingiaro at The Briars. Martinon received a private viewing of selected items from The Briars’ internationally significant Napoleonic Collection. Batty said the visit highlights an extraordinary chapter of local history that continues to connect the peninsula with France more than 200 years later. “We are honoured to welcome His Excellency Mr Martinon and share the unique story that connects our…
Tuesday, October 27
