Bobby in line for Falafels

Day 3 - Hotel des Invalides (Napoleon’s Tomb)/Marais District/Special surprise

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May 16th 2009
Our last full day in Paris was relatively easy compared to the first two. We started at the Hotel des Invalides which is now the current resting place of Napoleon. Don’t let the “Hotel” in the name fool you. The large structure was built to house the wounded/crippled of those who served in battle. The church which is used for mass to this day was built in order to accommodate commoners a ... 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