A Louisiana French Renaissance

A Louisiana French Renaissance (2018)

March 15th, 20180h 45min

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Overview

It’s a language and a way of life that reminds us of the past. What was once on the brink of extinction is now in some parts of our state flourishing. CODOFIL, The Council for the Development of French in Louisiana is celebrating its 50th anniversary and through these years has played a major role in the renaissance of Louisiana’s French heritage language and culture.


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