Uneven ground

France 5-14-2010

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May 15th 2010
Today we started across France on our way to the beaches of Normandy. Our first stop was a beautiful gothic style church in a town we were passing through. Unfortunately I didn’t get the name of the town. There was a funeral about to start so we did not go inside. I am including a picture because it is beautiful. We drove on to Verdun which was the site of a major battle in World War I. It ... read more

Europe » France » Champagne-Ardenne

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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