Testing the water

Dramont day one

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September 18th 2018
18 September 2018 A lazy day at the campsite and its environs during which we went swimming in the pool and in the sea from the local beach. The campsite is located on a strangely named street, Boulevard de la 36th Division du Texas. The reason for this is that on 15th August 1944 this division landed at Dramont Beach as part of a joint American and French force ... read more

Europe » France

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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