Thirty years ago today, on August 23, 1996, over 300 families, including many children, were violently evicted from the Saint-Bernard church in Paris by French police. The church had been a refuge for undocumented migrants. Authorities stormed the building, breaking down church doors with axes. Before being forcibly removed to the streets or detention centers, the occupants were subjected to tear gas. The event remains a stark example of the harsh treatment faced by undocumented immigrants in France. This forceful expulsion sparked outrage at the time and continues to be a subject of remembrance and protest. The incident highlights ongoing debates surrounding immigration policy and the treatment of vulnerable populations.