Fontainebleau - frieze - Henry 4th

France - Week 5

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June 16th 2012
. This is the fifth and final ‘episode’ in another of 'our' travel experiences. The collective ‘episodes’ describe our journey from our arrival in Paris, France (from the 2nd week of May) and our journey to Floriade (Holland), then the remainder journey through northern and western France. In this part (week #5), we describe our journey From Brittany, up the Loire Valley and back ... 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