Bastille Day parade

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President Sarkozy has been accused of "colonial nostalgia" after he arranged a parade of the military forces of his country's former colonies to mark Bastille Day. Above: Fireworks over the Eiffel Tower at the end of a day of celebration. Photo: Miguel Medina

France celebrates Bastille Day with controversial military pomp

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