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Reportage + Société

Stories of war in France: a visit to Bonaguil, and a dark memorial nearby

Badly hit in battle - find out more about the French castle Bonaguil as we revisit stories of war in France.
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Les Crottes, Gorges de l’Ardèche: sublime scenery – horrifying history

A visit to Les Crottes prompts thought on the nature of reconciliation after the horrors…
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The Paris Photo by Jane S Gabin: book review

A must-read Parisian story of love, loss and family intrigue set in the months after…
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Reportage + Société

Advancing like an escargot: the representation of French women in politics

The progress of French women in politics in France has been moving at ‘snail’s pace’.…
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"Les chansons, c'est comme les prières. Ça ne sert qu'à endormir le peuple - Extrait de Le marquis de la dècheThe songs are like prayers. It serves only to lull the people.  "

Roland Dorgelès. Translation

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à prendre matin midi et soir to be taken three times a day
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