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1873-2023: The Franco-British Chamber celebrates its 150th Anniversary!

On 29 June, we will celebrate our 150th Anniversary with a Summer Garden Party at the Residence and under the patronage of Dame Menna Rawlings, His Majesty's Ambassador to France.

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