As a proud Marine, Todd could not go to Paris and not go out to Belleau Wood. Belleau Wood was an intense battle in World War I which earned the Marines the famed nickname "Devil Dogs" and has long been an important piece of history for the Marine Corps and every Marine alike.
We rented a car and headed out for the hour journey through the beautiful French countryside. Belleau Wood is quite beautiful and beautifully maintained. It was a perfect day for a visit and I know it meant a lot for Todd to go out there and pay his respects to his fellow Marines.
" Wood of the Marine Brigade"
The American Cemetery
The chapel and memorial
The cemetery. It was amazing to see all the American flags and remember that we were in France.
Inside the chapel. The names of all the fallen Marines are engraved on the walls.
We actually missed the Sgt Major of the Marine Corps who was there just a few days earlier. There were quite a few former Marines walking around as well. It was a very cool thing to see.
Afterwards we made the short journey to the Champagne Region and ate lunch and walked around. We even bought some champagne to celebrate our wedding anniversary next October. It was a perfect day.
Also we finally put our heads together and realized that the cameras in our phones still worked! Only a few days too late!
The next day we flew home back to Boston and reunited with our very annoyed cat. The week went entirely too fast but we were happy to be back in our little house again.
We can't wait til our next trip!
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