The sky over France in mid-July 1918 was heavy not just with summer heat but with the weight of years of brutal, grinding war. The First World War—once hailed by some as “the war to end all wars”—had ravaged Europe since 1914, transforming the verdant countryside into a muddy graveyard of youth and hope. Across …
The beach has long been more than just a destination—it’s a mood, a mindset, a moment of escape. It’s where we go to unwind, reconnect with ourselves, feel the sun warm our skin, and let the sound of waves drown out the everyday buzz of life. But between dips in the ocean, sunbathing sessions, and …
