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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]
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] Blog: A week in Paris, France
Date: February 2nd 2008
PARIS, FRANCE After 6 days in London, we took the Eurostar train to Paris. It is really amazing to be able to travel from London to Paris in less than 3 hours, no stops, no transfers, no airports far from the city center. [Linell is continuing her report on our European trip.] When we arrived at the Gare du Nord, we went to the tourist information booth, where a very pleasant man got us read ... read more
Date: February 2nd 2008
PARIS, FRANCE After 6 days in London, we took the Eurostar train to Paris. It is really amazing to be able to travel from London to Paris in less than 3 hours, no stops, no transfers, no airports far from the city center. [Linell is continuing her report on our European trip.] When we arrived at the Gare du Nord, we went to the tourist information booth, where a very pleasant man got us read ... read more


