With Fred and Edie in the van

Langoustines, dolmen and menhirs

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August 13th 2011
Saturday 13 August The weather was very mixed today with mainly drizzle and heavy rain but there were a few dry periods. In the morning we cycled to Lesconil which had a Langoustine Festival where the boys had a go on the boats, we ate Langoustine and chips and went around an interesting display of local fish put on by the trawlermen. The weather dried up after lunch and enticed us on the bike ... 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