The aqueduct over the River Loire at Digoin

Off the canals...

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January 21st 2011
Completing the Canals We left Chatillon on the afternoon of the 19th after Mike had serviced the engine. We'd decided to push on and get through the canals and to Chalon Sur Saone as quickly as possible to make sure we got to Lyon in time to meet Fred and Becks. In the next 5 days we completed 55 locks and crossed the aqueduct over the Loire, arriving on a grey Friday at Montceau Les Mines. 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