22 JULY 1916, Page 2

The French national fête day on July 14th was celebrated

in London with enthusiasm, but most impressive of all the celebrations was the military spectacle in Paris. Down the Champs Elysees marched, besides the French Regulars, British troops, Australians, Canadians, Belgians, Russians, and Moroccans. The onlookers threw flowers at the war-stained soldiers, and the Times corre- spondent says that the French people shouted their applause in a manner which is supposed to be foreign to their habit. There was a general relaxation of formality, and British officers were seen to salute right and left to the fluttering handkerchiefs on the balconies. It was a vast demonstration of mutual trust, respect, and friendship. M. Poineare delivered a glowing oration such as only a Frenchman can.