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Strasbourg Cathedral

On Monday morning, we went to Strasbourg. We crossed into France halfway across the bridge over the Rhine River. There was no customs station, and in fact no border presence at all except for a small sign on the railing … Continue reading

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To Switzerland We Go

We headed south toward the Swiss border, an hour and a half away. We drove on the autobahn, which included many stretches where drivers can go as fast as they want. This is the “no speed limit” sign. I’m not … Continue reading

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Harry S Truman Birthplace Historic Site

When we were in Independence, I discovered a brochure for Truman’s birthplace. It happened to be right along our route to Arkansas, in the tiny town of Lamar, Missouri. Truman was born in the downstairs bedroom of this tiny house … Continue reading

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Harry S Truman National Historic Site

Because we went to Wamego to see the Oz Museum, it made the most sense to head to Arkansas via Kansas City. We spent the night in Belton, Missouri. My wife hadn’t been with me when I visited Truman’s home … Continue reading

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Dwight D. Eisenhower Boyhood Home

We visited the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, which wasn’t as grand as it sounds because the museum was closed for renovations. There were a few museum displays in the library. The principle attraction for us was Ike’s … Continue reading

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