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Lyautey's Residence
Lyautey's Residence (Résidence du Général Lyautey) is a highly significant historical building, constructed in 1915 and designed by architect Pierre Bousquet. It was the personal residence of Marshal Hubert Lyautey, the first French Resident-General of Morocco and the chief architect of Casablanca's modern urban plan. The architecture is a prime example of the early Neo-Moorish style favored by Lyautey. The building is currently repurposed as an office for the Morocco Union of Workers (Union Marocaine du Travail - UMT), maintaining its status as a landmark of civic importance.
Timeline
1915
Building Completed
The residence for General Resident Lyautey was completed.
1960
Repurposing
The building was repurposed to serve as the headquarters for the Morocco Union of Workers (Approximate date).
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