Market Day in Paris

John in France

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September 6th 2010
Sunday 8/29 Paris I gave Beth a kiss goodbye and left her sitting on the train station bench in Colmar and boarded my train. I was on the high speed TGV train with a reserved seat on car 18. Nearing my seat number, I could see they were occupied by an older couple. When I showed them my ticket they asked if they could stay where they were, because the lady had some ... read more

Europe » France » Paris

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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