Across the fancy bridge

It just had to be done

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June 8th 2007
Hindsight is one of those wonderful things that you realise after an event. In this case it was in the lead up to the event that I should have realised some things about earlier. What am I babbleing about, driving into Paris and then onto the airport the next morning before flying home. Since the idea of getting out of bed early and sprinting the four or so hours from Nantes to CDG airport Pari ... 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