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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 lesson in how I spend my day.
Date: October 8th 2008
I made it into Marseille last night. I hadn't orginally planned on visiting, but the train stations in Toulouse and Carcassonne had exceptionally sketchy characters running amok. It was already growing late as it was, and I didn't need another panicky Mousafa incident. So, I'll see the awesome Carcassonne castles another time. (Gorgeous when lit up at night though, rest assured.) Basically, I ... read more
Date: October 8th 2008
I made it into Marseille last night. I hadn't orginally planned on visiting, but the train stations in Toulouse and Carcassonne had exceptionally sketchy characters running amok. It was already growing late as it was, and I didn't need another panicky Mousafa incident. So, I'll see the awesome Carcassonne castles another time. (Gorgeous when lit up at night though, rest assured.) Basically, I ... read more
