above the champs

Paris

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December 2nd 2007
Bon jour to one and all! The following entry will attempt to convey our time in Paris. Upon arrival we discovered that there had been an ongoing rail strike in Paris for a number of weeks or months. We found a bus, a connection to the Metro (subway) and made it to our tiny and perfect little apartment. It was a great joy to discover that our little place was up a quiet road and just a couple h ... 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