Eiffel Tower I

Episode Seven - 'Paris continued...'

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December 21st 2008
I guess sometimes things aren't meant to go according to plan. Last time that we spoke we were making plans to go on a day trip to Nantes to see my cousing Erinna who is lucky enough to be studying there. On the morning of our proposed day trip (yesterday morning) we got up early, ate yet another free breakfast, and headed down to the Metro in order to get to Gare de Montparnasse, from which train ... 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