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Onwards to Amsterdam

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June 29th 2017
After landing in Calais we headed north through Belgium towards Antwerp. The Port of Calais was the first cable ship port in Europe and is the fourth largest port in France and the largest for passenger traffic. The highway system I similar to America’s. There were 3 lane and 2 lane roads. Large modern windmills dotted the land. Lots of farm land of wheat or corn along with cows and sheep. T ... read more

Europe » France

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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