Charles de Gaulle

Học thuật
Thân thiện
Definition

Proper noun: - Charles de Gaulle: A French general and statesman who rose to prominence as the leader of the Free French Forces during World War II, opposing the Nazi occupation and the Vichy government. He later became the founding President of the French Fifth Republic.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Charles de Gaulle led the Free French forces from London during the war.
    • The airport in Paris is named after Charles de Gaulle.
    • The political ideas of Charles de Gaulle continue to influence French politics.
Advanced Usage
  • "Gaullism": A political ideology based on the ideas and policies of Charles de Gaulle, emphasizing national independence, a strong executive, and a unique role for France in world affairs.
    • Gaullism has been a major force in French conservative politics.
Variants and Related Words
  • Gaullist (noun/adjective): A follower or supporter of Charles de Gaulle or his policies.
    • He is a staunch Gaullist.
  • Free French: The government-in-exile and military forces led by Charles de Gaulle during World War II.
Synonyms
  • General de Gaulle
  • President de Gaulle
  • The Leader of the Free French
Related Phrases
  • Appeal of 18 June: Refers to Charles de Gaulle's historic radio broadcast from London on 18 June 1940, urging the French people to continue resisting Nazi Germany.
    • De Gaulle's Appeal of 18 June marked the beginning of the French Resistance.
Noun
  1. French general and statesman who became very popular during World War II as the leader of the Free French forces in exile (1890-1970)

Từ đồng nghĩa

Từ chứa "Charles de Gaulle"