Breakfast

Paris day 2

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May 27th 2012
Day 2 Paris Today was a fun day. It started with an espresso, while standing at the bar reading a French newspaper. Just as every day should start! Quebec made the front page, specifically the student protest. There was a little discussion about the cost of tuition (note: it is free to go to university in France), and a lot of discussion of vive Le Quebec libre. I didn't think we were ... 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