Charles de Gaulle

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Charles de Gaulle (1890–1970) was a French general and statesman who led the Free French Forces during World War II, refusing to accept France’s surrender to Nazi Germany. He later founded the Fifth Republic in 1958 and served as its first president, restoring France’s strength, independence, and national pride.

Horch 830 BL convertible – General Charles de Gaulle staff car

The Horch 830 BL convertible was a luxury automobile produced in Germany by the Horch company, part of …

Posted November 4, 2025 (updated November 4, 2025) by Patrick

Brigadier-General Charles de Gaulle

Charles André Joseph Marie de Gaulle (1890–1970) was one of France’s most influential military and political leaders, remembered …

Posted October 26, 2025 (updated October 26, 2025) by Patrick

Musée de l’Armée at Hôtel des Invalides – Paris, France

The Musée de l’Armée in the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, France is one of the largest military …

Posted October 25, 2025 (updated October 27, 2025) by Pascal

Bundeswehr Museum Military History – Dresden, Germany

The Militärhistorisches Museum der Bundeswehr Dresden is a German armed forces museum. The collection can be seen in …

Posted February 11, 2024 (updated October 26, 2025) by Patrick