Musee d'Orsay

Second Trip to Paris

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June 24th 2008
Morning started off bright and early with Caroline driving Virginie and me to the train station. There we caught the train and rode it into Paris. Unlike the last trip, Virginie dropped me off at metro stop where I got on the subway to go see the Notre Dame Cathedral. Unfortunately I got a bit confused in the metro station - there are so darn many ways to go with tunnels and stairs everywhere - en ... 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