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Bayeux Day 2

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May 9th 2015
This morning I did a bit more exploration around Bayeux. First of all, I went to see the famous Bayeux Tapestry (see picture of facsimile. I saw the real one, but photography is not allowed.). It is a cartoon embroidered on linen that tells the story of how William the Conqueror came to invade England in 1066. The tapestry was made only a couple of years after that, so it is nearly 1000 years old. ... read more

Europe » France » Lower Normandy » Bayeux

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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