John, Claire and Wendy

The Rays in Brussels

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May 3rd 2011
03 May 2011 We got up early and caught the 7.50 train through the tunnel. This left us plenty of time to drive to Brussels where John and Claire Ray entertained us with a lovely Belgian lunch. John is Wendy’s half third cousin twice removed and they made contact while Wendy was carrying out research into her family’s history. John and Claire live on the 20th floor of a block of flats with fan ... read more

Europe » Germany

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more