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WWI WWII Rifle Take Down Tool Springfield 1903 1903A2 A3 Original SE Company NOS
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Original WWI British Bayonet by Remington
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PAIR OF US BAYONETS WWII M1942  WWI M1905 UFH 1942  SA 1906 ORIGINAL
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LOT OF 6 ORIGINAL WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN BAYONET FROGS 84 98  98 05
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ORIGINAL WWI BRITISH SET OF FIVE DIFFERENT MEDAL RIBBONS BARS SET Z
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WWI 45CAL HOGS HAIR BRISTLE BORE BRUSH M1912 SQUAD KIT ORIGINAL USGI UNISSUED
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World War I Button Lest We Forget Button On Original Card
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ORIGINAL WWI OR WWII JAPANESE CAVALRY SWORD
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ORIGINAL WWI 41ST DIVISION PATCH EMBROIDERED ON WOOL
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RARE ORIGINAL WWI 1930s 38TH DIVISION SPORTS PATCH BOXING SMOKER
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ORIGINAL WWI US COLT 1911 PISTOL 7 SHOT TWO TONE MAGAZINE
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ORIGINAL WWI US NAVY SOLDIER PHOTO
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Original WWI German Uniform Button  FWB
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ORIGINAL QUEENS SOUTH AFRICA KINGS SOUTH AFRICA WWI TRIO GRP ROYAL SCOTS HLI
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Original Poster WORLD WAR I 81st Division 1920 Reunion WWI WILDCATS FALL IN
Original Poster WORLD WAR I 81st Division 1920 Reunion WWI WILDCATS FALL IN
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1914 1918 WWI France French Original Adrian Helmet
1914 1918 WWI France French Original Adrian Helmet
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Portugal WWI Victory Medal Original
Portugal WWI Victory Medal Original
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Original WWI Victory medal with 5 battle clasps on the ribbon
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50th Overseas Original WWI Canadian Collar Insignia
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69th Overseas CEF Original WWI Canadian Collar Insignia
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NICE ORIGINAL WWI US COLT 1911 PISTOL 7 SHOT TWO TONE MAGAZINE
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World War I RARE Original Recruiting Poster
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WWI WWII GERMAN HELMET 100 ORIGINAL M16 M17
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76th Overseas Original WWI Canadian Insignia 1915 Wellis
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Original WW I Hororable Discharge Document W Original Uniform Photo
Original WW I Hororable Discharge Document W Original Uniform Photo
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US Army Model 1917 Bolo Knife Original WWI Canvas Scabbard SLEEVE Sleeve Only
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Original 1918 WWI Jewell Scabbard Sheath Leather Scabbard Only RARE NICE
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ORIGINAL WWI World War One Poster REMEMBER BELGIUM Fourth Liberty Loan
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WWI IMPERIAL GERMAN LEATHER FLYING HELMET ORIGINAL
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Original WWI Photo 30th BALLOON COMPANY Just Home from France
Original WWI Photo 30th BALLOON COMPANY Just Home from France
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Original 1917 WWI French Bond poster Carlu linen backed
Original 1917 WWI French Bond poster Carlu linen backed
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SUPERB FULL DRESS CANADIAN MILITARY KILT SPORN WWI 100 ORIGINAL
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WW I BRITISH SOUTHAMPTON 1914 ORIGINAL PRESS PHOTO
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WWI Hanseatic Cross Hamburg Original WWI German Medal
WWI Hanseatic Cross Hamburg Original WWI German Medal
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ORIGINAL WWI WWII US ARMY DOUGH BOY M1910 MESS KIT DATED 1918
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WWI ERA US MILITARY BRASS STRIPPER CLIPS lot of 4 ORIGINAL USGI EXCELLENT+
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ORIGINAL WWI US MILITARY 1917 CENSUS PIN CREST BADGE NY UNIFORM INSIGNIA RARE EA
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German Original WWI GEW 98 Rifle Cleaning Rod
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ORIGINAL WWI MILITARY WREATH HAT BADGE DIVISION BRONZE PIN MEDAL UNIFORM OLD EU
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ORIGINAL WWI MILITARY SIGNAL CORPS DIVISION COMPANY BRONZE PIN MEDAL UNIFORM ET
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ORIGINAL WWI WWII US ARMY STAFF SERGEANT SLEEVE CHEVRONS ON WOOL SET
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ORIGINAL WWI MILITARY 2ND INFANTRY DIVISION COMPANY BRONZE PIN MEDAL UNIFORM ES
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WWI US MILITARY RIFLE CLEANING THONG BRONZE ORIGINAL USGI UNISSUED
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ORIGINAL WWI MILITARY 4TH INFANTRY DIVISION COMPANY COPPER PIN MEDAL UNIFORM ER
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ORIGINAL WWI US MILITARY 100 DUTY JK DAVIDSON PIN MEDAL UNIFORM BADGE BRONZE EN
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German WWI Trench Knife  Original WWI Scabbard
German WWI Trench Knife Original WWI Scabbard
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WWI original PHOTO 3 SOLDIERS in FULL UNIFORM HANDSOME sitting on fallen tree
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WWI Lady Gives Flowers to Soldier Heading Over There Original Press Photo
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ORIGINAL WWI US MILITARY FIRST 1ST CLASS HAYES PIN MEDAL UNIFORM BADGE BRONZE EM
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ORIGINAL WWI US MILITARY ARMY MARINES MARKSMAN SHARPSHOOTER PIN MEDAL BADGE EK
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ORIGINAL PRE WWI GERMAN BARVARIAN COURT SWORD MOTHER OF PEARL HANDLED
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ORIGINAL WWI US MILITARY PISTOL EXPERT MARKSMAN SHARPSHOOTER PIN MEDAL RARE EJ
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Original WWI US Army of Occupation medal ribbon bar slide on type
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WWI WW1 Original Elmers Nuts  Raisin ration food box 1918
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ORIGINAL WWI WWII US MILITARY SET LOT 24 INFANTRY ARTILLERY BUTTON UNIFORM FB
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Original Vintage WWI Boston Herald War Pictorial Newspaper Free Shipping
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WWI WW1 Original US Army Issued leather Wallet 1919
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ORIGINAL WWI WWII M1906 US M1910 PICK AXE MTTOCK CARRY COVER DATED 1918
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WWI WW1 Original 1918 Metal Philip Morris tobacco tin can
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WWI WW1 Original 1918 Sweetheart Son in service handmade Pins
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1932 View of Remains of German WWI Trench at Vimi France Original Press Photo
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Original Photos USS California Maryland Dakota Navy Ships WWI Early 1900s
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ORIGINAL WWI CROIX DE GUERRE FOURRAGERE AWARD FOR HEROISM
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Original WWI Bulgaria Military Merit Order medal german
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ORIGINAL WWI 1918 US ARMY FOLD UP MESS KIT PAN MILITARY ISSUE ID LFC VINTAGE
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WWI Russia Imperial Officer  with Uniform Original Photo
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Australia Original Early WWI Rising Hat Badge Small Size Approx 40mm x 29mm
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ORIGINAL WWI 1920s 78TH DIVISION PATCH FELT ON FELT EMBROIDERED
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U.S. Original WWI WWII Mess Kit Fork U.S. Original WWI WWII Mess Kit Fork

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Original Item: We were told these are WWI Meat Can forks (however, they very well may be WWII issue), but none are visibly dated from what we can tell, however, all are clearly marked U.S. and are in good restore-able condition...

The Dukes of Hazzard (Unrated Widescreen Edition) The Dukes of Hazzard (Unrated Widescreen Edition)

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The good ol' boys are back for some Southern-fried fun in this big-screen adaptation of the popular '80s TV show. Modern-day Robin Hoods Bo (Seann William Scott) and Luke (Johnny Knoxville) Duke come up against the scheming Boss Hogg (Burt Reynolds), who plans to buy up all the land in Hazzard County to build a strip mine...

G.I. Jukebox: Songs From World War II G.I. Jukebox: Songs From World War II

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Merry Christmas (Joyeux Noël) Merry Christmas (Joyeux Noël)

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No Description AvailableNo Track Information AvailableMedia Type: CDArtist: MERRY CHRISTMASTitle: SCOREStreet Release Date: 02/07/2006

Secret Agent (Alfred Hitchcock series, Special Edition) Secret Agent (Alfred Hitchcock series, Special Edition)

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This digitally mastered SP mode Laserlight edition of "Secret Agent" includes a short introduction by Tony Curtis. Many Laserlight classics have an intro like this. Mr. Curtis provides interesting production tidbits, a few still photos and publicity shots are shown; this version is a welcome addition to the many poorer quality budget releases of this title out there...

Light It Up [VHS] Light It Up [VHS]

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In his dazzling leading-role debut, Usher Raymond (Billboard's "Star Of The Year") plays Lester, the troubled teen who has finally been pushed to his limit. Taking matters into their own hands, Lester and his friends hold a police officer (Forest Whitaker) hostage and barricade themselves inside the school...

Replica WW1 1918 Trench Knife Replica WW1 1918 Trench Knife

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This 1918 WWI replica trench knife is an exact copy of the one issued to troops during the first World War. Since trench warfare was such gruesome, close-quarters combat, the trench knife allowed soldiers to not only stab but also bludgeon enemies with the knuckle guard handle...

WWI Trench Knife Black Blade and Handle WWI Trench Knife Black Blade and Handle

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For up close combat the allies carried trench knives like this one. The stainless steel blade is enclosed in a rock solid zinc aluminum knuckle guard handle for in-your-face enemies. Includes nylon sheath...

Trench Knife World War One-1918 WW1 Trench Knife World War One-1918 WW1

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1918 World War I Trench Knife
Overall Length: 11-3/8"
Blade Length: 6-1/4"
Blade Material: Stainless Steel, Double edged, both edges are sharp
Cast Handle, handguard knuclkes, spike pommel
Metal Scabbard with leather belt loop and snap strap

The World at War (30th Anniversary Edition) The World at War (30th Anniversary Edition)

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This landmark incomparable rememberance of world war ii includes rare interviews with veterans & survivors amazing archive footage & chilling narration by sir laurence olivier. Studio: A&e Home Video Release Date: 08/24/2004 Run time: 1199 minutes Rating: Nr

Which Loire Valley Historic Chateaux Should You Visit on a Family Vacation

The Loire Valley is a spectacular destination for a family holiday. There are many historical chateaux to visit, so many that it can be difficult to decide on which ones to visit before it becomes too much for the children to bare. Each of the Loire Valley chateaux listed below have their own special attraction.

We would highly recommend Chateau Close Luc and its gorgeous park and working models of over forty of Leonardo Da Vinci's amazing inventions. Chateau Chaumont is worth a visit in the summer months for the garden festival alone. Many of the gardens are highly interactive and highly sensory designed to capture the imaginations of children and adults

Chateau Chateau Chenonceau is classically breathtaking and a must see. There is a maize for children to get lost in for a little while. Chateau Cheverney has spectacular furniture and a working pack of hounds. Chateau Chambord is the largest of the Loire Valley chateau and you can hire bicycles or pedal boats to make it more child appealing.

Chateau Blois is interesting architecturally because it is like 4 chateaux rolled into one. It has the added benefit of being located opposite the Maison de la Magie which is a magic museum in honour of Robert Houdin who was Houdini's inspiration. Children delight at the exhibits and simulations and the magic show is very impressive.

Chateau Amboise (minimum visit 1.5 hours)
Hours- 9:00-6:30 Cost- $7.00 includes an English pamphlet
The chateau towers over the town and offers a mix of architectural styles including 16th century gothic and 17th century classical. Six Kings of France lived here including Francois the 1st, who had an underground tunnel built to the home of Leonardo da Vinci, located nearby. Using this passage they could visit each other without mingling with commoners. In the 15th century this castle was 4 times its current size, but it has been reduced by neglect and war.

It is worth combining a trip to Chateau Amboise with a visit to Chateau Clos Luce as they are nearby.

Chateau Azay-le-Rideau (minimum visit 1.5 hours)
Hours- 9:30-6:00 Cost- $6.00 for entrance and $4.00 for an audio guide
This chateau is less grand in size than many of the others listed here , but is all the more beautiful for it. Built in 1515, this is a fine example of early Renaissance. In summer there are often evening light shows at the chateau. It is best to visit this chateau late in the afternoon in summer so you can enjoy the son et lumiere show in the evening.

Chateau Blois (minimum visit 2-3 hours)
Hours- 9:00-6:00 Cost- $6.00 includes an English pamphlet . You can book a free guided tour even available in English.
This chateau dominates the town of Blois and was the home of royalty for over 400 years, including Charles the VIII and Francois I. Parts of the building, composed of 4 wings each of a different architectural style joined by a large central courtyard, date back to the 10th century.

Interiors include luxurious period design and floors stamped with fleur-de-lis motifs. One of the highlights is a Renaissance exterior spiral staircase designed by Leonardo da Vinci. In summer they have a son et lumiere show at night and on Wednesdays it is in English.

Chateau Chambord (minimum visit 2.5 hours)
Hours- 9:00-5:45 Cost- $7.00 for entrance and $4.00 for an audio guide
Chambord was commissioned by the young (then 25) King Francois in 1519 to help establish his power. The building we see today was not completed until 1685, and by far it is the largest chateau in the Loire. The style is a combination of traditional French and Renaissance Italian with a variety of towers and turrets.

The facade alone is 470 feet wide and over 168 feet high (18 stories), with 440 rooms and 365 chimneys. The highlight inside the chateau is the double helix staircase which serves as the axis for the entire building, and is thought to have been designed by Leonardo da Vinci.

Originally built as a meeting place for hunting and later used for royal celebrations, today it is surrounded by a 19 mile wall that encloses the largest forest park in Europe. During its 500 year history, it was only used as a residence for 20 of those years. If you have time to spare, you can rent bikes or boats to explore the park. There is a 2 hour evening light and sound show at dusk on weekends from mid-April to June and September, and nightly in July and August.

Chateau Chaumont (minimum visit 1 hour and another 2 hours for the garden festival)
Hours- 9:30-5:30, plan on 1 hour for your visit
Cost- $6.00 includes an English pamphlet
Located between Amboise and Blois, this chateau is set high above the Loire and commands lovely views. Its placement was for strategic reasons, since it was built as a fortress stronghold in 1465. Later it became a home for royalty and then the merely rich. The most famous resident was Diane de Poitiers, the former mistress of King Henri II who lived in exile here, after Catherine de Medici demanded Chateau Chenonceau when King Henri II.

Today the interiors represent the lavishness of the rich people living here until the 1930's when the stock market crash caused the last owner to sell the property to the government. Of particular interest are the elaborate horse stables.

Chenonceau (minimum visit 2.5 hours)
Hours- 9:00-7:00 Cost- $8.00 includes an English pamphlet
This chateau is one of the most striking of the Loire Valley chateaux. It was built for Diane de Poitiers, the mistress of King Henri II. In 1559 when the King died his wife, Catherine de Medici, forced Diane into exile (to the smaller chateau of Chaumont). After Catherine moved in she had the beautiful gallery added, which is 180 feet long, 18 feet wide, with 18 windows and set on arches over the Cher River. It was originally used as a ballroom, and in WWI it became a hospital and the wounded soldiers used to fish out the windows. During WWII it was a means of escape as the chateau sat in occupied territory but the door at the end of the gallery opened to the Free Zone.

The kitchen is very popular with children. Today the gallery holds art exhibits. Also worth a note are the Marques Tower, the two formal gardens (each named for the two ladies who ruled the house), the 16th century working farm and the flower shop.

Cheverny (minimum visit 1.5 hours)
Hours- 9:15-6:45 Cost- $6.00, includes English pamphlet
This chateau was built in 1634 and has been owned and occupied by the same family ever since. Today family members occupy the third floor. This chateau has the best furniture of the Loire Valley Chateaux open to the public because the family that owned Cheverny was very popular with the local villagers and as a result the chateau was not stripped of it's treasures during the French Revolution.

The current interior is the most lavish and complete in the Loire. This chateau was built as a hunting palace and today hunts still take place on the grounds. You can visit the 70 hounds in their kennel, or watch the daily feed at 5:00 PM. The trophy room proudly displays the antlers from more than 2000 animals.

Usse (minimum 1.5 hours)
Hours- 9:00-6:30 Cost- $8.00 includes English pamphlet
This fairytale castle with lots of turrets was the inspiration for the castle in Sleeping Beauty. Construction began in 1455 on the foundation of an 11th century castle, and subsequent remodels took place in the 16th and 17th centuries. The chateau has been owned by the Blacas family since the 18th century and the family still occupies one of the wings. The grounds include several centuries old trees and a cedar that was given to the family in 1808.

There is a chapel from 1528 with a sparkling white interior made from local stones, and a garage with antique vehicles and a wicker carriage. The castle interior is filled with 18th century antiques. Finally you can climb the round tower to see wax figures depicting characters in Sleeping Beauty. If you are traveling with young children they will probably love the fairy tale scenes in the round tower depicted by wax mannequins.

Villandry (minimum 1 hour for each of chateau and 1 hour for the garden)
Hours- 9:00-7:30
Cost- $7.50 for chateau and gardens, $5.00 for only gardens
This privately owned chateau was built in the 16th century on the former site of a 12th century castle. Today the tower of the original castle still remains.

The chateau is most famous for its wonderful gardens, and is considered a must see for gardeners. There are 3 different gardens in all: a Louis the XIV style vegetable garden, an ornamental mosaic flower garden, and a water garden with pools and waterfalls. Many people skip the interior of the chateau and come for the gardens alone. There is a slide show that features photographs of the gardens during all four seasons.

Beware because most chateaux have shorter hours in off season and may even be closed for lunch during that time. Conversely in late July and August there are usually extended hours.

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