Dunkirk Memorial

Bethune

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September 27th 2008
PM Thursday 25th September Left the Premiere Classe, having sorted our gear out all over their car park and drove about 10 metres to the Carrefour Car Park. We had two cafe au lait's each to start the day and moved on to Dunkirk proper. Managed to find the Dunkirk Memorial and cemetery. Column 153, showing the name of Meadows W, which was the first monument on right, immediately from the ... read more

Europe » France » Nord-Pas de Calais » Arras

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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