For the one that got away

Paris to Normandy, Day 5 — Normandy Beaches

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April 29th 2014
Photos from Day 5, Normandy Beaches <span><span><span><span>Normandy, the jackpot of the trip, the hook that promised to bring the Americans... Normandy represents a time when all of France liked us Americans, except, of course, the Germans who occupied her. 148 of the 150 passengers on this cruise were from the USA. Th ... read more

Europe » France » Upper Normandy » Rouen

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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