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Day 7: Paris

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August 10th 2017
We got downstairs too late for breakfast. We got to The Louvre, the lineup was quite big, but after 30 minutes we made it in. Most importantly, we made it in before the storm came through. There’s some pretty neat stuff inside. I’m not a huge art person, but it’s incredible what people could do then with what they had. The Mona Lisa was drawing the biggest crowd. Off to the side, Ferny and I ... 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