One Train I Took

Day 16 - Bayeux

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July 7th 2009
Day 16: Tuesday, July 7, 2009 SAINT MALO, FRANCE Slept pretty well, but woke up a couple times. I think I first woke about 5 am, perhaps earlier. When I noticed the sun wasn't up yet, I went back to sleep. I think some part of my brain was trying to tell me something because I awoke again at 6 am and roughly every 15 minutes there after. Had I listened to my brain, I woul ... read more

Europe » France » Lower Normandy » Bayeux

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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