Preparing for Travel
Second Orientation Meeting - Feb 26, 2006
The Presentations
From the presentations we continue to learn about the countries that we will visit.  Culture, economics, history, geographical features, music, and other subjects will be given for your edification.
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During this meeting we discussed the   proper dress codes and what to pack   (and what not to pack).
To review what is in People to People  "fashion" see our fashion show; for a   packing listing - review the
packing list (Please refer to the specific packing list in your Explorer Guide).
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Meeting Notes
Delegation Leader Jane Mueller providing instruction about several methods of effective note taking for journaling. . . and delegates intently listening
We also discussed the following
travel tips
Delegate Nathalie Matthews assists in knowledge about Trafalgar Square – did you know that this square was originally name for King William the Fourth and was later renamed in commemoration of the Battle of Trafalgar (Napoleonic Wars) as suggested by George Ledwell.
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Delegate Matthew’s question: Who was the sculptor of the lions in Trafalgar Square?
Sir Edwin Landseer
Right Click and Open in New Window to see a web cam from Trafalgar Square
William the Conquer - 1078
Delegate Jonovea Butler educated us with the history surrounding the Tower of London starting with its beginnings in 1100 A.D.   During its 900 year history it has been a royal palace and fortress, prison and place of execution, arsenal, mint, menagerie and jewel house.
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Delegate Butler’s Question: Who established the Tower of London; what date?