May 24th: Lac de Orient 246

May 24th: Lac de Orient

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May 24th 2010
Hopefully this post for today can be shorter because we just spent the entire day at the lake, Lac de Orient, with limited activities. It was an early, and VERY long, day which consisted of some canoeing, swimming, Obut, and rowing on a longboat. Besides that, it was pretty much doing whatever you wanted in 85 degree scorching sun. My roommate was able to set an alarm the night before, so we wo ... read more

Europe » France » Champagne-Ardenne » Troyes

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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