V-2 rocket bomb

A rainy day in Nord-de-Pas-Calais

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August 24th 2013
It had to happen at some time although we probably would have preferred the drizzly rain to have occurred when we were driving between destinations. Never mind however because we have an indoor attraction to go to today and the tour of it will take a couple of hours at least.And what an absolutely amazing place it turned out to be and so well preserved and displayed.More about that in a minute. ... read more

Europe » France » Nord-Pas de Calais » Saint-Omer

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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