Place de la République

At Place de la République people gathered to protest against the attacks on Charlie Hebdo. Today this statue has been covered with various messages to honour the journalists killed in the terrorist attack and with symbols in support of the freedom of press and freedom of speech

Paris 2015 - Je suis... a runner

April 30th 2015
Paris Half Marathon, Charlie Hebdo and some more Paris is a bit different today than it was last time we were there. After the attack on the staff of the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo people have put up posters, created memorials and done many other things to honour and remember the people who were murdered, promote tolerance and to condemn racism and xenophobia. We will return ... read more

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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

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