view from the Eiffel Tower

Paris

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April 7th 2005
so of course we had to start off this trip with a story. there were about 10 of us that had to catch the same train, so we all got to the train station and matt realized he didn't have Eurail pass, so he went back to get it & catch the next train, but it was late so he missed the flight. we (joan, kelly, sarah, schaefer, & i) flew into tours and took the train to paris. Dropped off stuff at the ... 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