Just Another Unknown Chateau Along the Way

On our way out of the Bayeux area and before we reached the boring super highway (A84) we passed by this impressive estate. Once again, there was nothing in our guidebooks nor any signage in front to indicate the significance, if any, of this place. A nice big cross in front but no inscription explaining why it sits in front of the entrance.

Day Eight - Enough of All This World War II Stuff....Let's Go Medieval

December 28th 2012
Still no relief from the sauna that is our bathroom. We actually cracked the windows open to get some fresh sea air during the night. Nevertheless, I got a good night's rest in preparation for our drive on to our next destination. I was going to miss the old Hotel Normandie which had been our French home for the past 4 nights. I might have been talked into one last big breakfast at the hotel, ... 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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