1. On the Bicentennial Of Nelson's Victory, A Rivalry Heats Up.
- Author
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Pringle, David, Champion, Marc, Reilly, David, Whalen, Jeanne, and Wrighton, Jo
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OLYMPIC Games ,BRITISH foreign relations, 1997-2010 ,FRENCH foreign relations ,BRITISH history, 1789-1820 ,TRAFALGAR Square (London, England) - Abstract
Analyzes the relationship between France and Great Britain in light of London's winning bid for the 2012 Summer Olympics, upsetting Paris. Historical implications of Trafalgar Square in London -- where Londoners celebrated being the chosen site of the Olympics -- as it relates to the military histories of France and Great Britain; Discussion of recent events related to the European Union finances and agricultural subsidies, suggesting a new French-British rivalry; Reaction from British newspapers to disparaging comments made by Chirac about Great Britain's culture; Description of the celebration at Trafalgar Square, honoring Lord Nelson.
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- 2005