Point du Hoc

Day 11-12

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June 19th 2010
Day 11 Today we started off by leaving the Chinnon and driving north and west to Mont St micael. Mont St Micael is an abbey built on a large rock just off the coast. As we got closer we started seeing pop up on the horizon. It is truly a sight to behold as it pops up out of nowhere. On the rock is the giant abbey the dominates the scene and then a small village below. Just 25 people live on ... 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