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We are in Reims

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June 19th 2012
Reims, the Catheral is called thre Palace of Tau. Here is where the French Kings were crowned. What is it an unbelievalble that the church has it origin in the year 407 and was continually enlarged. it was here that the barbarian Clovis was baptised. In 1481 there was a fire and although partly rebuild, the lady of Reims never had towers again. On eigth of july 1962 General de Gaule and Chancele ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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