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fromThe Good Life France
1 month ago

Everything you want to know about Louis XIV - and more - The Good Life France

Louis XIV was a powerful monarch whose reign significantly shaped French history and culture.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This 560-mile French Bike Trail Has Chateaus, Charming Houseboats, Surreal Gardens, and Limestone Wine Caves

Cycling along the Loire River offers an immersive experience of France's rich history, with ancient Gaelic roots, stunning Renaissance châteaux, and vast vineyards.
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History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

New Medieval Books: The Wilted Lily - Medievalists.net

Vernacular chronicles from Saint-Denis served as instructional manuals on rulership, reflecting moral lessons for French kings.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
1 month ago

Chateau d'Amboise

The Château d'Amboise, located in the Loire Valley, was built over several centuries and served as the center of royal power during the Renaissance.
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France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Paris dusts off statues of trailblazing women from 2024 Olympics

Paris has begun displaying statues of ten pioneering French women as part of the 2024 Olympics preparations.
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France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

France finally acts to deliver justice in infamous Dreyfus case

Alfred Dreyfus, wrongfully convicted of treason and victim of antisemitism, is being promoted to brigadier general as a form of reparation.
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fromThe Local France
2 months ago

How did July 14th become France's national day?

July 14th is France's Fête nationale, commemorating the storming of the Bastille and the beginning of the French Revolution.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

The ultimate guide to tea drinking in France

France boasts a rich history of tea consumption, initially introduced in the 17th century before it gained popularity in Britain.
France politics
fromThe Good Life France
3 months ago

The Life and times of Josephine Bonaparte - The Good Life France

Josephine Bonaparte, the first Empress of France, transformed from humble beginnings in Martinique to an influential figure in fashion, art, and politics.
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Bicycling
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

Erectile dysfunction can be a warning of a cardiovascular problem'

King Louis XVI's sexual dysfunction significantly influenced his marriage and reign, impacting French history.
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fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago

What it's like now inside beloved Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral

Notre-Dame de Paris, after its devastating fire in 2019, has undergone a remarkable restoration and reopened to visitors amid ongoing work and enthusiasm.
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

Napoleon's sword to be sold at auction in Paris

Napoleon's sabre, made for his personal use and passed down to his last marshal, is set for auction with expectations of €700,000 to €1 million.
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