de Gaulle Lurks Outside Grand Palais

Paris - Nov-Dec '08

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November 9th 2008
Need to work on pronunciation. At lunch, requested "un verre du vin du Cote du Rhone" and got a bottle of Coke instead. Was satisfied with the Coke. Walked along Rue de Parmentier towards Blvd Richard Lenoir. Struck by number of small bakeries, butcher shops, and fruit and vegetable groceries and how busy they were. Last night took Metro to Grand Palais where Picasso et Les Maitres exhibit is ... 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