Venice, Italy  
Palazzo Ducale (Doge's  Palace); Piazza San Marco ( St. Mark's Square); Grand Canal/Gondola

Caffè Florian is an historical Venetian coffee bar  and espresso bar at Caffe del Doge

When I stood on the beaches in Normandy, France, I visualized the hardships that our soldiers had to endure on D-Day.   Reading letters from soldiers who not only fought in World War II  but other wars,  past and present, their last words resonate:  Love you; miss you; I'm not afraid; did my share; bled and died for my country; and  God bless you.  Let the trumpet resound and pay homage to our fallen heroes.

Chateau de Fontainebleau - Napoleon's Palace

If you know a great coffee place, let me know.