Fromage Warrior

Tour de Fromage

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August 30th 2004
I returned to the west a skeleton. Over the course of a year in China I had somehow managed to lose 25 pounds. I am still not quite sure how it could have happened. I was living in a country famed for its cuisine and because of the nice exchange rate I could order a meal akin to my families thanksgiving dinner every night of the week for a miniscule amount of money. Yet, regardless of how much ... 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