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How a National Family Secret in France' Inspired Her Novel

The Propagandist reveals the hidden truths of France's collaboration with Nazi Germany during WWII, inspired by the author's personal family history.

Macron Honors African Soldiers Who Helped Liberate France in World War II

Macron calls for recognition of the forgotten African soldiers in the Provence landing during WWII, emphasizing unity in remembrance.

Paris '44: The Shame and the Glory by Patrick Bishop review a gripping account of the City of Light's liberation

De Gaulle's declaration of Paris liberation overstated French contribution; US support crucial. Paris symbolized freedom amidst adversity. Occupation account not just military history.

How a National Family Secret in France' Inspired Her Novel

The Propagandist reveals the hidden truths of France's collaboration with Nazi Germany during WWII, inspired by the author's personal family history.

Macron Honors African Soldiers Who Helped Liberate France in World War II

Macron calls for recognition of the forgotten African soldiers in the Provence landing during WWII, emphasizing unity in remembrance.

Paris '44: The Shame and the Glory by Patrick Bishop review a gripping account of the City of Light's liberation

De Gaulle's declaration of Paris liberation overstated French contribution; US support crucial. Paris symbolized freedom amidst adversity. Occupation account not just military history.
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MONOS Edition + Corpus Studio's Platane Draws on Historic Past

The Platane collection celebrates simplicity and modularity in furniture design, combining historical significance with contemporary aesthetics.
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Mystery of the coffin discovered under Notre Dame cathedral is SOLVED

The identity of poet Joachim du Bellay was uncovered from during the Notre-Dame restoration after the 2019 fire, linking history with archaeology.

This Explosive Courtroom Drama Recounts the Murder Trial of Pierre Goldman

The Goldman Case focuses on Pierre Goldman's intriguing personality rather than the question of his guilt or innocence.
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Gojira's Olympics performance majestically projected on Paris' Arc de Triomphe

Gojira's performance at the Paris Olympics opened a global dialogue about heavy metal's role in cultural celebrations.

Gojira deny Olympics opening song was satanic: It's French history, French charm'

Gojira denied their performance was satanic, emphasizing it's about French history and freedom of expression.

Gojira's Olympics performance majestically projected on Paris' Arc de Triomphe

Gojira's performance at the Paris Olympics opened a global dialogue about heavy metal's role in cultural celebrations.

Gojira deny Olympics opening song was satanic: It's French history, French charm'

Gojira denied their performance was satanic, emphasizing it's about French history and freedom of expression.
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Panels of Protest

Elise's journey in Paris reflects personal activism and echoes modern labor movements, showcasing a continuous struggle for workers' rights.

August 23: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

The Lafayette statue symbolizes Franco-American friendship and was inspired by Lafayette's dedication to the American cause during the Revolutionary War.
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Paris Olympics opening ceremony: Start time, where to watch and what to expect

Paris 2024 opening ceremony will be a waterborne event on the River Seine, showcasing French history and potentially featuring performances by Lady Gaga and Celine Dion.

Inside France: Seine sewage, Impressionist art and croissant wars

The River Seine water quality is a concern for open water swimming events during the Olympics, sparking debates and efforts to address the issue.

Paris Olympics opening ceremony: Start time, where to watch and what to expect

Paris 2024 opening ceremony will be a waterborne event on the River Seine, showcasing French history and potentially featuring performances by Lady Gaga and Celine Dion.

Inside France: Seine sewage, Impressionist art and croissant wars

The River Seine water quality is a concern for open water swimming events during the Olympics, sparking debates and efforts to address the issue.
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Inside the tradition-bucking branding of the Paris 2024 Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympics branding aims to be inclusive and playful, inspired by French history and the art movement of orphism.

A 17th-Century Parisian Literary Salon Rife With Stories and Sex

Clare Pollard creatively explores the roots of storytelling in French history through reimagined fairy tales.

Charles de Gaulle's eldest son, Philippe de Gaulle, dies aged 102

Philippe de Gaulle, son of Charles de Gaulle, has passed away at 102. He played a significant role in the military, politics, and preserving his father's memory.

OPINION: Which side would Le Pen be on in World War III? French history gives a clue

Marine Le Pen distances herself from her father's beliefs and works to detoxify her party's image.
President Macron challenges Le Pen's attendance at state ceremony honoring a Communist resistance leader.

Moderniser, war-monger, despot: Napoleon's complicated legacy

Napoleon Bonaparte is a complex figure with a complicated legacy.
He is admired by some as a military genius and modernizer, while others see him as a war-mongering megalomaniac.
His rise to power was meteoric, starting from humble beginnings and eventually becoming Emperor of France.

Medieval towns of northern France - The Good Life France

The Pas-de-Calais region in northern France is a historically rich area shaped by battles, diversity, and medieval towns, offering a glimpse into centuries past and a taste of tranquil French living.

Lauren Elkin's Debut Novel Is a Haunting Portrait of Two Marriages in Paris

Lauren Elkin's fiction debut, 'Scaffolding,' combines elements of feminism, motherhood, and French history in a unique narrative style.

Genevieve de Galard, French Angel' of Dien Bien Phu, Dies at 99

Genevieve de Galard, the Angel of Dien Bien Phu, a French military nurse, remained devoted to caring for wounded soldiers during the infamous battle, becoming a symbol of selfless duty and valor.
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