Our last supper

Chevroches - Tannay - To home base (Marigny-sur-Yonne)

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August 29th 2010
CS: The early morning was again rainy but it lifted soon enough to a sparkling, sunny day. IJ and CS went for a walk, and whilst admiring one of the loveliest and most kemp gardens yet seen we met the owner and Capitaine of the port who glowed at our compliments. Having learned we are Australians he mentioned Wallis and Futuna (two minute French protectorate islands in the middle of the Pacific ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Louvres

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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