We sheltered under the awning and watched the violent storm lighting up the mountains all round

Annecy via Grenoble to Treffort on lake Monteynard

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June 4th 2011
Happy birthday to me. Glorious sunny day, lovely for a drive through the mountains. The traffic was slow into and out of Annecy being a Saturday and such a popular town, but once in the countryside we had no problems. Part way along the route we saw lots of police and realised a bike race was about to come through the town. We were the last vehicle through so once out the other side, being lunch ... 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