Protestant Church on Moselle River

Metz France

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June 20th 2013
Geo: 49.1161, 6.1727 We left Trier in Germany this morning with light rain falling, increasing in intensity as we drove towards Metz in France. Metz is a city in the northeast of France located at the confluence of the Moselle and Seille rivers. Like Trier, Metz has a rich history, dating back 3,00 years to the Celts and then Gallo-Roman empires.Arriving early in Metz, we were able to book o ... 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