The piece delves into the life of José de San Martín following his return to Europe after his honeymoon in Buenos Aires. Accompanied by his wife, Merceditas San Martín, and carrying historic belongings, San Martín attempts to address a long-overdue financial matter from the Argentine government, which had been pursued by his attorney and brother-in-law, Manuel Escalada, since 1822. However, they are notified that the relevant documents had been 'lost', illustrating the bureaucratic challenges of the time.

With the funds owed to him and potentially additional help from his friend Alejandro Aguado, San Martín makes a significant purchase in April 1834 when he buys his most famous house located in Évry, 27 kilometers from Paris. The article highlights the geographical context of Évry, which was then divided into Petit Bourg and Grand Bourg, the latter being the place where San Martín's residence was situated. This acquisition marks a new chapter in his life, as he shifts focus from his liberating pursuits to a more private existence in France.

Additionally, the narrative connects San Martín’s legacy to the present, noting that a replica of this very house was built in Buenos Aires in the 1940s and serves as the headquarters of the National Sanmartinian Institute. This emphasizes the enduring significance of San Martín’s life and contributions to Argentina, even as he lived out his days in nostalgia for his homeland.