Thiepval Memorial

A huge monument with the name of all the English dead without a proper grave and headstone.

May 23rd 2007
South From Calais We were amazed to see the coast of England so clear and so near when we passed Le Cap Gris opposite Dover from where we left on Thursday lunchtime so easily. There we loads of people about and we wondered what was going on. There were special markets in one or two villages as well. Then we twigged. It was Ascension Day. A Thursday in May. We stopped at our first F ... read more

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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

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Michael and Lesley Fuller

Michaelandlesley

Michael and Lesley Fuller have retired. They are keen tandem riders and attend the rallies when they can especially the international one which alternates between Spring Bank Holiday and the summer school holidays. Their motorhome allows them to take off with the bike in the back for the winter and summer alike. Back in Southampton they keep up with the Nuffield Theatre and Phoenix Film Theatre programmes as well as what is good at Chichester Festival and National Theatres. And, of course, there is still Ben via the BenCam i.e. Skype. But not only Ben as he has been joined by brother ... full info

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