Lucy arrives in Paris 2015 09 06 Lucy at Place de Concorde (3)

Lucy arrives in Paris

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September 6th 2015
Over three years have passed since we left France in June of 2012. This trip to France came about at a New Years party when we were visiting with Carl and Jerri. We decided that it would be fun to take a barge trip on the French canals together. Carl did all of the organizing for a September trip only to discover that his class had organized their reunion in September. I have always wanted to ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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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