The Church

Champlitte

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January 25th 2008
This past week I had the privilege of going to Champlitte, a small town in my region, to participate in a festival that dates back to 1612. The festival is for Saint Vincent, the patron saint of wine. Obviously, wine is a large part of the culture here in France, and it was a delight to have the opportunity to experience this festival/ceremony. In the morning, there was a long ceremony that res ... 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