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Did the Germans force Petain and Laval to move to Sigmaringen Germany?
yes
French leader of the Vichy Regime convicted of treason in 1945?
Philippe Petain
Was France ever lead by a dictator in the 20th century?
Yes. Marshall Petain, who ruled Vichy France during World War II (under Nazi German quasi-occupation), was a dictator. He was the only dictator to rule France in the 20th century. Prior to and after World War II, France was a republic.
Who is Henri Philippe Petain?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippe_P%C3%A9tain go to that website and it will help you with knowing more about him
Who was the French leader in World War 2?
The leader in France from 1940-44 was, nominally at least, Marshal Pétain, who was later convicted of treason.There was a rival Free French government headed by Charles de Gaulle.Paul ReynaudCharles GaulleWhen France was invaded by Germany, a pro-german government was set up by the Germans. This government was called the Vichy Government and was led by Marshall Phillipe Petain, a collabrolator with Germany. However, many French hated being subjected to the Germans and Petain's rule and secretly followed the Free French Ruler Charles Degaulle, who was leading the Free French Forces against the Germans. Upon the liberation of France by the Allies after D-Day, DeGaulle became the prime minister and Petain fled to Germany.The leader of France during World War two was Edouard Daladier.Answer Edouard Daladier Answer Charles de Gaulle Answer When Germany attacked west,the Prime Minister was Paul Reynaud,Defence Minister Edourd Deladier and Gen. Maurice Gamelin, Commander-in Chief. after the fall of France the W.W.1 hero Henri P. Petain made an armistice that allowed him to govern southern France from Vichy,his deputy was Pierre Laval. Petain was tried and convicted of treason in 1945,but President De Gaulle reprieved him and he was given a life sentence. Answer After France itself was occupied by Germany, the French set up a pro-Nazi puppet regime in the south of France led by Marshal Petain. The Free French forces ruling some of the French colonies and forces in Britain were headed by General De Gaulle. Answer Of the free French forces: De Gaulle Of Vichy France: Henri-Philippe Petain Answer The leader of German-occupied France (or "Vichy France," so named because the government was based in Vichy instead of Paris) from 1940-1944 was Marshal Philippe Petain. It's important to note that this is the France that was conquered by Germany. It was not a free country with leaders elected by the French people. Paul Reynaud was the prime minister of France before the invasion in 1940. The leader of free French forces (numbering no more than a few hundred thousand, mostly gathered from French colonies) during the war was General Charles De Gaulle. After France was liberated in 1944 de Gaulle became the leader of the new government.
Which French government approved of the Japanese invasion of Indochina?
The French government you are referring to is the VICHY FRENCH GOVERNMENT which was ruled over by Marshall Petain as a puppet leader for the Nazi Authorities.
Did the french support Hitler?
In general, no, the French did NOT support Hitler. However, there were a pocket of French that believed they could not stop the Germans, so better to cooperate than to get beat. Among them were Henri' Petain, General of WWI, with honors. Gen. Petain became Marshall Petain and headed up the Nazi puppet government in Vichy, France. The French ran an elaborate underground reistance headed by Charles DeGaulle from England via radio.
What has the author Jules Roy written?
Jules Roy has written: 'The battle of Dienbienphu' 'Trial of Marshall Petain' 'Le grand naufrage' 'La bataille de Dien Bien Phu'
How did mount Petain get its name?
It was named in 1918 after General Phillipe Petain, in recognition of his service during WW1.
Who was Henry Philippe Petain?
Henry Philippe Petain was the Marshal of France before becoming the Chief of State from 1940 to 1944. Petain was 84 years old in 1940 and is the oldest head of state to date.
Which part of France was allowed to rule themselves in World War 2?
For four years the Southern part of France was granted limited autonomy as Vichy France under the control of Marshall Philippe Petain.
He led the French at Verdun?
Philippe Petain .
Who was the French General that defended Verdun in 1916?
General Phillipe Petain of the French Second Army was sent to hold the area.
Was philippe petain a collaborator or protecter?
a collaborator
How did Petain die?
Petain died of natural causes, in disgrace in prison on a small island off the the coast of France. He was convicted of treason in 1945, but his sentence was commuted to life imprisonment.
Who was the leader of the Free French who escaped to England?
Philipe Petain
What are the release dates for Men in Crisis - 1964 De Gaulle vs Petain?
Men in Crisis - 1964 De Gaulle vs Petain was released on: USA: 13 October 1964
