Paris '44: The Shame and the Glory by Patrick Bishop review a gripping account of the City of Light's liberationDe Gaulle's declaration of Paris liberation overstated French contribution; US support crucial. Paris symbolized freedom amidst adversity. Occupation account not just military history.
August 23: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORYThe Lafayette statue symbolizes Franco-American friendship and was inspired by Lafayette's dedication to the American cause during the Revolutionary War.
Paris '44: The Shame and the Glory by Patrick Bishop review a gripping account of the City of Light's liberationDe Gaulle's declaration of Paris liberation overstated French contribution; US support crucial. Paris symbolized freedom amidst adversity. Occupation account not just military history.
August 23: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORYThe Lafayette statue symbolizes Franco-American friendship and was inspired by Lafayette's dedication to the American cause during the Revolutionary War.