Wrong turn? No, the right turn

News from the lands of Switzer and Ire

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June 24th 2006
This ending led to a wonderful beginning! My program is over, all papers are written and turned in, all tests have been taken, and a year of study completed. It was extremely hard parting with my "new" friends but I think we all have faith that we will not lose touch-and at the very least we’ll always have Paris. Since then I’ve been spending more time away from Paris than in it strangely! A ... 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