Tyne Cot cemetery,Passchendaele,Belgium

Delving into the Miracle of Dunkirk and the Battle of Passchendaele Ridge

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August 26th 2013
The weather has improved back to its old self, clear skies, plenty of sun but a slightly cooler temperature. We are very comfortable in our apartment with plenty of room and we wish we had been able to arrange more of this type of accommodation during this adventure. The cats were back for breakfast but stayed their distance from each other. At one stage we thought there were two black and w ... read more

Europe » France » Nord-Pas de Calais » Dunkerque

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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