Walking up to the entrance of the Abbey

Normandy Invasion

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June 3rd 2007
After leaving Nellie in Belves, we headed across country to Normandy. On the way we stopped in at the Chateau de Cheverny to see the 'Supper of the Hounds'. There was a lot of hype about it in the guide books, but basically, it was just a giant chow-down on chicken carcasses and dog pellets for a pack of ninety hunting dogs. There were a few minor skirmishes as they tore the chickens to pieces but ... read more

Europe » France » Lower Normandy

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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