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The Free French Forces (FFI) were formed in 1940 under the leadership of General Charles de Gaulle after France’s surrender to Nazi Germany. Refusing to accept defeat, de Gaulle called on French soldiers and citizens to continue fighting alongside the Allies. The Free French fought in campaigns across North Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, contributing significantly to the liberation of France in 1944. Their determination symbolized national resistance, unity, and the enduring fight for freedom against occupation and tyranny during World War II.

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

Hallway of Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération

Musée de l’Ordre de la Libération at Hôtel des Invalides – Paris, France

The Museum of the Order of the Liberation is dedicated to France’s Ordre de la Libération, which is …

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

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 26, 2025) by Pascal

Ouvrage Pas du Roc – Col de Fréjus, Modane, France

The purpose of Ouvrage Pas du Roc was to protect the flanks of Ouvrages Le Lavoir and Arrondaz …

Posted March 17, 2025 (updated October 26, 2025) by Pascal

Ouvrage de Saint-Ours Haut – Meyronnes, Val-d’Oronaye, France

Ouvrage de Saint-Ours Haut is part of the French Alpine Line in the Fortified Sector of the Dauphiné. …

Posted February 7, 2025 (updated October 26, 2025) by Pascal

Memorial Plaques for Fallen Soldiers of WWII at the Cemetery of Meyronnes – Val-d’Oronaye, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France

These memorial plaques commemorate five fallen French Soldiers and Resistance Members of World War Two at the Communal …

Posted August 28, 2023 (updated October 26, 2025) by Pascal

Sherman M4A4 (T) with short barrel 75mm gun – American Medium Tank

M4A4 Sherman tank fitted with a short barrel 75mm gun. The additional "T" designation means it was modified …

Posted June 10, 2023 (updated October 26, 2025) by Pascal