Passage Pomeraye at Christmas

My last hour in Nantes.

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December 21st 2006
Well, here it is. Four months spent in an entirely new university, home, city, country. I kept telling myself that I wouldn't miss Nantes that much, that it was just like any other town. On my last walk through the centre-ville, running errands, catching trams, taking the final photos, I couldn't believe how much this place has grown on me. It's absolutely true, what everyone, studying abroad is t ... 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