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Nice

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June 12th 2008
I will preface this entry by saying the Nice was not what I was expecting. Nevertheless, we ended up seeing some unique things that made this day worthwhile. Nice is known as a vacation spot for summer vacationing French. This is due largely to its proximity to other nice beaches and its weather, but certainly NOT for its own beaches, which are cold and rocky. So we did not get to swim here. ... 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