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The Successes and Failures of the WWI Treaty of VersaillesThis was an essay done for school and the question was: Examine the successes and failures of the Treaty of Versailles by the Big Four democratic nations.
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French Revolution Timeline: THE MARCH to VERSAILLES (OCTOBER 5, 1789)This article is about the March to Versailles.
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Savior of VersaillesEpic poem about King Louis XIV.
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Marrying France - #115 of 143 Blogs About Working and Living in FranceBlog #115 deals with a visit to the incomparable chateau of Vaux-le-Vicomte. Ruth Paget married, worked, and lived in for seven years.
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A Few of the Best Visual Kei Bands in JapanAny genre of music can suffer from oversaturation, and Visual Kei is no different. There are many bands being recognized that shouldn't be, and several bands not being recognized that should be.
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Was the Treaty of Versailles a Successful Settlement of the War?In 1919, Wilson, Clemenceau and Lloyd George: the 'Big Three' met to decide how the defeated powers should be dealt with. The negotiations went on for 12 months at the Palace of Versailles, just outside of Paris. -
Was the Treaty of Versailles Fair?Although with the Treaty of Versailles Germany accepted complete responsibility for WWI, Hitler used it in 1936 to invade the region of Rhine, thus leading Germany and the world to the WWII.
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Fontainebleau, a Charming Day Trip from ParisWhile many travelers are familiar with the importance and majesty of the chateau at Versailles, far fewer know of (or travel to) Fontainebleau. Yet Fontainebleau has both a magnificent grounds and lovely chateau, with far fewer tourists. -
Restaurant Review: Versailles Cuban Restaurant in Los AngelesDelicious Cuban food can be found throughout the Los Angeles area especially with Versailles Cuban Restaurant having locations throughout the city.
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Missouri Apple Festivals in Versailles, Kimmswick and Mount VernonWhether its apples or apple butter, Missouri has apple festivals everywhere in October.
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Woodrow Wilson and the Defeat of the Treaty of VersaillesThis article analyzes Woodrow Wilson's hand in the failure of the Treaty of Versailles, annulling the United States' participation in post World War I reparations.
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How World War Two was a Direct Result of World War OneA look into how the unsatisfactory end to WWI saw the beginning of WWII.
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The Versailles Restaurant in Miami: A Review of the Cuban RestaurantAn institution popular with Cuban exiles and tourists since 1971 in the heart of Miami's "Little Havana" continues to please many palettes. -
Why it is a Mistake to Lay Most of the Blame for World War II Upon the Treaty of VersaillesThe Treaty of Versailles was but one contributing factor to the rise of Hitler and World War II. In fact, it was the greedy capitalists willing to bet the future of stockholders who bear more blame.
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Versailles: The Palace that Changed the Face of FranceThis article shares information on the palace of Versailles and King Louis XIV of France.
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My First Time in FranceA personal account of my summer trip to France.
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May 6th Holidays and ObservancesOn May 6, 1682, Louis XIV moved into Versailles Palace. In 1840 the Penny Black stamp was introduced. And in 1876 the first mechanically frozen ice rink opened. -
The Man Who Outshone the Sun King by Charles DrazinCharles Drazin brings a footnote of French history to life. Nicolas Fouquet went from living with Jesuits to building the breathtaking Vaux-le-Vicomte. -
Free Paris Attractions - You Won't Pay Anything for These Must-see SightsParis, France is an expensive place for tourists. There are the obvious tourist traps like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum but there are also other interesting things to see and do that are free. -
VersailleA look at the history of Versaille and a description of the gardens. -
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.
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Another Round of History TriviaThis one is a little harder, I give it a 6.5 out of 10.
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A Stroll Through TimeThis articl chronicles the story of two women who take a leisurly stroll and wind up in the 18th century in the presence of none other than Marie Antoinette herself!
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Appetite's TravelsEating great food in great places.
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Absolute Monarchy in FranceThe epitome of absolutism in both theory and execution took place in France under the aegis of King Louis XIV.
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5 Tips for Planning Your Perfect GetawayThe author reviews five simple things you can do to make planning your next vacation a little easier.
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World War II was Not InevitableThe conventional wisdom suggests that World War II was inevitable due to the effects of the Treaty of Versailles. A closer look reveals that many steps could have been taken along the way to stop it before it occurred.
