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The two most northern departments of France, Nord and the Pas de Calais are the only areas to have been occupied by German troops in both World Wars. This tour concentrates on the themes of evacuation, retreat and resistance, Hitler's Foreign Policy, the development of warfare, tactics and technology as well as touching on the subject of Britain at War. It provides an affordable experience in the changing curriculum.
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£32 pp
1 Day
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Includes:
- Return executive coach travel (TV/Video/WC/Seatbelts)
- Return Ferry/Eurotunnel crossings
- Free staff place ratio 1:8
- Detailed information pack
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Itinerary planning service
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- VAT
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| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 |
Depart school early morning and travel to France |
Visit La Coupole and Museum of the Second World War |
Travel back to school |
Free educational packs are available at La Coupole. Study themes include: Life under the occupation, from War to the Moon, Hitler's Secret Weapons.
Our dedicated itinerary planners will work with you to create your personal itinerary, request a quote above to find out more.
