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French Kiss

How the Americans and French Fell In and Out of Love During the Cold War

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  • 356 pages
  • 13 hours of reading

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The narrative offers a vivid portrayal of life at Dèols-Châteauroux Air Station during the Cold War, blending humor and poignant stories from American and French personnel. Through over 250 hours of interviews, it reveals eccentric behaviors of high-ranking officers, the vibrant social scene, and the complexities of relationships forged in a unique cultural milieu. The text explores themes of acceptance, betrayal, and kinship amidst the backdrop of military life, while also capturing the absurdities of Cold War tensions and the everyday joys of those stationed in France.

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French Kiss, Steve Bassett

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2023
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