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- A Hidden Gem - Normandy, FranceIf you want to see splendid gothic cathedral then a visit to Evreux is also a must. However, Rouen - with a hundred church towers dotting its skyline - is still the ultimate destination for Gothic architecture.
- Short Breaks in France: Visiting NormandyShort breaks in France can spirit lifting journeys into Europe and its rich history. Read more about what France and Normandy have to offer.
- Chrisitan Church History: Scholasticism and AnselmThis article explains the beginnings of scholasticism.
Vacationing in NormandyWhen people think of visiting Normandy, they remember it as the landing site for World War II soldiers. This article touches on two of the highlights in Normandy: Rouen and Clécy.- Discover Rouen the Capital of Upper Normandy, FranceRouen the capital of Upper Normandy has the economical and political muscle to support a flourishing cultural scene, fashionable shops, fantastic restaurants and interesting bars.
- Bear Lake Monster and Normandy Nessie Terrorizing U.S. WaterwaysMonsters that lurk in bodies of water like the Bear Lake Monster and Normandy Nessie (or the Madeira Monster) are making headlines. But what are the Bear Lake Monster and Normandy Nessie? Are Normandy Nessie and the Bear Lake Monster just manatees?
- D Day the 65th AnniversaryThe 65th anniversary of the D Day invasion of Normandy will be one of the last in which living participants are around to help celebrate. The world leaders who gather in Normandy for the celebration were not even alive during the battle.
- HIV Testing to Begin at Normandy High School in Normandy, MissouriThe Normandy School District recently issued a press release saying that up to 50 students there may have been exposed to HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Some area agencies are offering free testing.
- 2007 Marks the 63rd Anniversary of the Normandy "D-Day" LandingsI could be wrong, but I didn't see any coverage leading up to the 63rd anniversary of the Normandy D-Day landings anywhere, in print, on the air or even the Internet until there was such an outcry that items began to appear the next day.
D-Day Veterans Who Landed on Normandy Remember Two Things: The Command "Away All Boats!" and the Lord's PrayerThere were no atheists on D-Day. No matter who you are, it is impossible to visit the battleground and grave sites at Normandy without getting a serious lump in your throat.
D-Day: The Sixth of June 1944: The Largest Sea Borne Invasion in Military HistoryThere was no greater need for a stand-off against Hitler as was needed during June of 1944.
For Memorial Day: Normandy France, A Visit and a TributeThe Greatest Generation~What Bravery! We must always remember- Day of Decision: The Battle of HastingsThe Norman Conquest of England transformed that island from a northern kingdom, oriented toward Scandinavia, to an Anglo-Norman Kingdom, oriented toward continental Europe. Here is a look at what led up to the Battle of Hastings, and its aftermath.
- Review: 'American Nightingale: The Story of Frances Slanger, Forgotten Heroine of Normandy'Much has been written about the conflict of World War II, which many see as a battle against good versus evil. Most of it has been written about the soldiers who fought and died, but there were other brave individuals whose stories need to be told.
- The White Ship Sinks, 1120The White Ship returned to England from Normandy, bearing the only son of Henry I. History might have been quite different if they hadn't hit that rock.
- William II (1087-1100)The life and times of William's the Conqueror third son William II. He wasn't as famous as his father or his fourth brother Henry I but he did make some impressions in History.
William I Invades England, 1066King Harold wasn't really prepared to deal with two invasions at once. Especially not when one was led by the powerful William of Normandy, who had been surviving battles since his childhood.
The Last Push of My Body, the Last Pull of My TriggerOne minute, it's a beautiful view on top of a hill as the soldiers enjoy their last days in Normandy, France. The next, rounds are flying by and it's all in the hands of a young private to bring some men home.- Anniversary Celebrations in France2011 marks anniversaries for several locales and institutions in France, and serve as the perfect opportunity to revisit, or discover France for the first time.
- Royal Oak Passes Three Ballot InitiativesRoyal Oak residents easily passed three land designation proposals on November 2nd.
October 13: Saint Edward the Confessor, King of EnglandThe story of a saint from the House of Wessex.- The Norman PeriodIn the 11th century England was conquered by a French-speaking army. This happened in 1066, when William, Duke of Normandy (a region in northern France), defeated the English King Harold at the battle of Hastings.
- Bill Millin Lord Lovat's Piper on D-Day Passed Away 18th August 2010Bill Millin, the Scottish Piper who led British Commandos onto Sword Beach and across Pegasus Bridge on D-Day has passed away 18th August 2010.
My Travel Time Has Arrived at LastThis is the second part of the story of my longing to travel and how it came about. This part covers a trip to the Greek Island of Corfu, and trips to Normandy and Brittany in Northern France.
Mr. PresidentWhy is it that so many Americans feel that they have to apologize for their freedom? How is it that people can easily turn a blind eye to suffering, communism and the plight of those less fortunate?
History of Mont St. Michel in Normandy, FranceAn overview of the history and legend surrounding the Mont St. Michel island and monastery.- Travels of the HeartThough the sonnet is normally a vehicle of love poems, I enjoy the challenge of adapting it to other subjects, such as travel or dreams. The challenge working within the rigid structure is fun. I hope you enjoy the journey.
- An All Expense Paid Trip to EuropeAaron stepped off into oblivion and destiny.
- 024699 Normandy Carpet Care Co IncVoiceover: 80 words.
- Flag for a RangerMemorial Day poem in memeory of a WWII US Army Ranger
- The BeachThis is an 850 word essay about a recent visit to the Normandy American Memorial and Cemetery at Omaha Beach in France.
- Henry II (1133-1189)Who was Henry the second? Where was he from?
- An Itinerary for Husband and Wife in FranceImportant sites in France for World War II buffs and those interested in culture, cuisine, and shopping.
Caen- a Visit to RememberD Day is the event in the annals of second world war which was the starting point of liberation of France and rest of Europe from the German forces.- Francis de Civille: Man Buried Alive Three TimesPremature burial is not and never was out of the realms of possibility. Before the methods of embalming and cremation were used, being buried alive wasn't all that unusual, at least not for Francis de Civille.
- Remembering D-Day: Part 3 - The Allied InvasionThis article covers the Allied and Axis sides of June 6, 1944, the invasion of Normandy, France. It also covers the days following the invasion when the Allies began reinforcing the area before their breakout toward Germany.
