Free French (Noun)
Meaning
A French movement during World War II that was organized in London by Charles de Gaulle to fight for the liberation of France from German control and for the restoration of the republic.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Free French Forces, led by Charles de Gaulle, were a symbol of French resistance against Nazi occupation during World War II.
- General de Gaulle's leadership of the Free French movement inspired many French citizens to resist German control and fight for their country's liberation.
- The Free French government-in-exile, established in London, coordinated military efforts with the Allies to defeat the Axis powers.
- As a member of the Free French Forces, Captain Dupont participated in several key battles, including the D-Day invasion of Normandy.
- In the midst of the chaos caused by German invasion, the Free French newspaper in London called upon the people of France to maintain hope and remain faithful to their heritage and institutions.