Saumur

The Loire Valley to Aquitaine

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September 17th 2010
Hi again, Thursday 9th September Leaving the city behind we headed due south for 100km towards the city of Orleans, famous for Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc) a young peasant girl who led the armies of Charles VII of France against the English in the Hundred Years war in 1429, she is also known as the Maid of Orleans. The intention was to follow the Loire from Orleans to Saumur and take in a few ... read more

Europe » France » Aquitaine » Bordeaux

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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