Looking down from above

From poppies to planneurs in St Remy

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May 17th 2007
If you have ever wondered why the humble poppy is often chosen as a symbol of wartime and fields running with blood, I think the attached image will give you a clue. Quite a remarkable richness and density of colour don't you think? It seems that this year has experienced a little more rain in advance of May, hence the greater proliferation of flowers. Anyway, our intention today was not to vi ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more