The Vichy regime sought an anti-modern counter-revolution. The traditionalist right in France, with strength in the aristocracy and among Catholics, had never accepted the republican traditions of the French Revolution but demanded a return to traditional lines of culture and religion.

How long did the Vichy regime last?

Was it the lesser of two evils—the choice between partial and total occupation—or a government that reflected the will of the people? To answer these questions and more, dive into the story of Vichy France, the government that ruled from June 1940 till August 1944.

What happened to the Vichy government?

Pierre Laval, the puppet leader of Nazi-occupied Vichy France, is executed by firing squad for treason against France. Henri Pétain took over the new Vichy state, and Laval served as minister of state.

What did Vichy France mean?

Vichy France, officially the French State, was France during the regime of Marshal Philippe Pétain, during World War II, from the German victory in the Battle of France to the Allied liberation in August 1944. Germany kept two million French soldiers in Germany as forced laborers to enforce its terms.

What department is Vichy France?

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What side was France on in ww1?

During World War I, France was one of the Triple Entente powers allied against the Central Powers.

Did the Allies declare war on Vichy France?

Although France was not specifically included in the congressional war declaration or authorization, the United States and its allies attacked and defeated the military forces of Vichy France in French North Africa, without legal controversy.”