En route to Besancon

Flirting with the Swiss Border en route to Besancon

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June 16th 2015
Tuesday 16 June 2015 Today we said our sad farewells to Annecy, a delightful part of France and worth a return visit. As we were preparing to leave we got talking to a couple from Scotland. They were with a small group of car enthusiasts driving MGs through Europe. One of their group couldn't remember her room number and was horribly lost. Such is the way when you are in a different hotel every ... 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