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Loire Valley part 2

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July 22nd 2013
June 17: Kelly had been updating us at every opportunity with the projected weather ( we called him Mr doom and gloom cos the forecasts were pretty awful) - he had found an Internet site which was very detailed. And the forecast for today mentioned thunder showers. Today includes the wee small hours of the morning and at 4am all hell broke loose with a most impressive thunder and lightning show. L ... 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