La Cavalerie

Reaching New Heights

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May 17th 2008
Saturday 17th May It had rained quite a bit overnight but it had reduced to a drizzle as we set off. Straight off the terrain was different. The road was far more winding than it had been the previous day and it kept rising into the low hills and mountains. The countryside had less crops and more hedges than what we had been travelling through. The drive was not particularly relaxing wit ... 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