Hill 62 Monument

Family visit, a new site and an old town

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October 25th 2011
Visit from Michelle and John My days off last week were spent with my sister and my soon to be brother-in-law John. As part of a week long trip to France, they spent 2 days and a half in northern France with me (they must be crazy). As soon as they got off the train, they remarked on the cold weather - surprise! While catching up, we walked in Arras to see if we could get a ren ... 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