The Forestier-Bourgeois & Cie factory

The presence of the Forestier-Bourgeois company at 25 rue de la Glacière (Saint Claude) is certified prior to WWII.

1945
Death of Mr Bourgeois. The firm's name changes into "Forestier & Cie".

◄ Lateral facade of the FBC factory

1948
In partnership with Mr Cassegrain, a parisian tobacconist, the Forestier & Cie produces leather clad pipes with the Longchamp brand.
Number of employees: 38 (from which 12 at home)
1972
The society goes bankrupt after Mr Forestier's passing away the former year.
Number of employees: 16