Monthly Archives: August 2011

Èze, France

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Steve

The tiny mountaintop commune of Èze, France is just a short distance from Nice. It commands a breathtaking view of the French Riviera. Its narrow streets wind up and down between quaint shops and restaurants. The sculpture of Marie by … Continue reading →

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The Outdoor Market in Nice, France

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Steve

During a brief visit to Nice, France, I visited an outdoor market with a plethora of fruits, vegetables, spices, flowers, soaps, and souvenirs. I purchased four bars of soap with wonderful fragrances and then left the soap on the bus. … Continue reading →

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Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Italy

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Steve

The Piazza della Signoria is the location of the Palazzo Vecchio (Old Palace) which dates back to the 14th century and now serves as Florence’s Town Hall. The door to the Palazzo Vecchio is flanked by a copy of Michelangelo’s … Continue reading →

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The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence, Italy

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Steve

The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore (Basilica of St. Mary of the Flower), commonly referred to as the Duomo, is the Roman Catholic Cathedral in Florence, Italy. Construction of the Gothic structure was begun in 1296 but the Gothic … Continue reading →

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Pisa, Tuscany, Italy

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Steve

I’ve never made a bucket list, but if I had, a visit to Pisa would be on it. So, cross Pisa off my non-existent list. I really did not expect to be as awestruck as I was when I first … Continue reading →

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A Visit to St. Peter’s Basilica

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Steve

My visit to the Mediterranean began in Rome with a visit to Vatican City. I could only spend a brief time in Rome at the beginning of my trip, but I was able to walk through St. Peter’s and marvel … Continue reading →

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The Death of Ignacy Izbicki – 1919

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Steve

Ignacy Izbicki, son of Andrzej Izbicki and Wiktoria Bierdziewska, husband of Emilia Pachuka, died on 31 May 1919 in Norwich, New London County, Connecticut, USA .  His death was recorded in a ledger for the town of Norwich. The Death … Continue reading →

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The Death of Alexander John Izbicki – 1917

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Steve

Alexander John Izbicki, son of Jan Izbicki and Aleksandra Jakubowska, died on 21 October 1917 in Norwich, New London County, Connecticut, USA. His death was recorded in a ledger for the town of Norwich. The Death Record of Alexander John … Continue reading →

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The Death of George (Joseph Theodore) Izbicki – 1917

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Steve

George (Joseph Theodore) Izbicki, son of Jan Izbicki and Aleksandra Jakubowska, died on 18 October 1917 in Norwich, New London County, Connecticut, USA. His death was recorded in a ledger for the town of Norwich. The Death Record of George … Continue reading →

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The Birth of Nellie Mary Izbicki – 1920

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Steve

Nellie Mary Izbicki, daughter of Jan Izbicki and Aleksandra Jakubowska, was born on 02 April 1920 in Norwich, New London County, Connecticut, USA .  Her birth was recorded in a ledger for the town of Norwich. The Birth Record of … Continue reading →

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