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June 26th 2005
Hello everyone! Paris and I are getting along well. I was a little concerned when I got here that I was too tired and worn out to really enjoy it. However, it may be the best way to see the city. Our first day here, we went to two museums and did a boat tour. A lot for one day. After that we decided to just relax and see where it took us. One of my favorite things about Paris is the people w ... 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