Walking to a bunker

France, Spain, and Portugal 2017

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November 7th 2017
Friday November 3rd. This is the day we headed to Mont Saint-Michel. Barry and I walked the few blocks down Emile Zola, to the Hertz rental location and picked up our rental. We headed west to Caen, and the Juno beach historical site. It was an impressive memorial to the sacrifice made by so many Canadians in WW2. Then we headed to the amazing Mont Saint-Michel. So glad we made the trip. Wikipedi ... read more

Europe » France » Brittany

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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