The remembrance of Desaix continually occurred to the recollection of Napoleon, whenever any circumstance could afford a new illustration. He gave the name of Desaix to a new quai, with which he ornamented the city of Paris.

The medal relating to this occasion, and which was designed to be placed under the foundation stone, has two inscriptions, which record the date of the medal, the motive, and the names of the superior acting magistrates of the period.