Chateau Amboise

My "Tours" of the Loire

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May 16th 2008
Finally finally finally I am writing about the end of my tour de France! I have a few minutes before heading off to Lourdes, so I thought I'd be productive for a change. I've been terrible at keeping everyone updated, and for that I am terribly sorry, I'm sure you'll all forgive me when I get home in EIGHT days! Before writing about Tours and the Loire, I thought I'd get you all up to date on ... 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