Monument des Girondins

This giant sculpture and fountain is located at the head of the Esplanade des Quinconces and dedicated to the Girondins of the French Revolution. The Girondins were a more moderate faction, several of whom came from Bordeaux. Unfortunately, they were all executed by the Jacobins.

Beautiful Bordeaux- with PICTURES!!!

November 27th 2006
The Best Place in France...so far... I think I am a little bit in love with Bordeaux. Can you tell from the title? I just spent a WONDERFUL three days there with my friends Dorothy and Janine, and even during the rainiest month of the year it was fabulous! What a beautiful city...dating back to pre-Roman Iron-Age times...full of ancient history, beautiful medieval buildings, bustling pedestri ... 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

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