The city of Saint-Tropez remains deeply attached to its military maritime past. The statue of Pierre-André de Suffren, vice-admiral of the royal armies in the 18th century and bailiff of the Order of Malta, keeps protecting the port. The citadel, both a rampart against invasions and, in 1652, the symbol of the fidelity of the Tropéziens during a rebellion against Louis XIV, also testifies to the city's past. The Bravade de Saint-Tropez, which takes place every year on May 16, 17, and 18 following an immutable ritual, is both the manifestation of the inhabitants' attachment to their military past and their devotion towards their patron saint. Having ceased to use weapons for the defense of their city, they take them again to honor Saint Torpes and wear the costumes of yesteryear on the celebration day.