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Pointe du Hoc  
   

Pointe du Hoc

Considered virtually unassailable, this critically strategic cliff situated between Omaha and Utah beaches was scaled by a force of around 200 American Rangers, only 70 of whom remained alive three days later when they were finally reinforced.
Jess and Robyn go to Normandy! (and shopping)

January 20th 2007
Latest update from my adventures in France...slightly delayed, but oh well! Robyn & Jess Reunited in Paris! Best event of January: Jess' arrival! She's my best friend from high school, and we haven't seen each other in ages...until she came to spend 9 days with me here in Paris! She arrived on Friday Jan. 12 from Philadelphia, and after I picked her up at Charles de Gaulle we laun ... read more
Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

French Flag 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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