Beaumont Hamel team

First week of work

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August 26th 2011
First week at Beaumont-Hamel After a relaxing Sunday off in Arras - during which I did in fact manage to sleep lots and go to the downtown market (more like a big garage sale) - it was time to get to work! On Mondays, we always have a full staff day. For the Beaumont-Hamel site, this means that we have 5 guides working at once (instead of the usual 3). We were fortunate enoug ... read more

Europe » France

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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