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Brooklyn Eagle
4 weeks ago
Brooklyn

August 23: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Lafayette statue symbolizes Franco-American friendship and was inspired by Lafayette's dedication to the American cause during the Revolutionary War. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Paris '44: The Shame and the Glory by Patrick Bishop review a gripping account of the City of Light's liberation

De Gaulle's declaration of Paris liberation overstated French contribution; US support crucial. Paris symbolized freedom amidst adversity. Occupation account not just military history. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
4 weeks ago
Brooklyn

August 23: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Lafayette statue symbolizes Franco-American friendship and was inspired by Lafayette's dedication to the American cause during the Revolutionary War. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Paris '44: The Shame and the Glory by Patrick Bishop review a gripping account of the City of Light's liberation

De Gaulle's declaration of Paris liberation overstated French contribution; US support crucial. Paris symbolized freedom amidst adversity. Occupation account not just military history. [ more ]
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