Where Poppies Grow

An artificial harbor of sunken ships and bulky break waters manufactured in England and floated over to Omaha Beach was the invention of Winston Churchill. They helped make the landing of men and materials a bit easier after the initial invasion.

Normandy Beaches - D Day Memorial

October 6th 2009
Battlefields and cemeteries; whether in Normandy, Gettysburg, Washington DC or anywhere tug at the heart. It is overwhelming to look at the thousands of Crosses and Stars of Davids and think what these brave soldiers went through. The US / Canadian Cemetery is fittingly, immaculately kept. We were given a rose to place on the grave marker of our own choice. The museums were so informative. Th ... read more

Europe » France » Lower Normandy » Arromanches-les-Bains

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

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