Arc de Triomphe

France

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October 28th 2008
My European leg of my travels left from London EARLY in the morning, as we drove out to the White Cliffs of Dover to catch our ferry over to Paris. We got there in no time after passing through World War II battlefields and checking out the countryside. Our first activity on day one was a twilight drive through Paris in our coach, simply to get our bearings, which was probably the best time to ... read more

Europe » France

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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