general charles de gaulle
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Definition
Proper noun A French military officer and statesman who rose to prominence as the leader of the Free French Forces during World War II, later serving as President of France. He is a central figure in modern French history, symbolizing French resistance and the re-establishment of the French Republic.
Usage
This term is used to refer to the historical figure, Charles de Gaulle. It functions as a proper name. * General Charles de Gaulle led the Free French forces from London during the occupation. * The airport in Paris is named after General Charles de Gaulle. * Many historians study the political philosophy of General Charles de Gaulle.
Advanced Usage
- "de Gaulle" or "De Gaulle": Often used alone as a shortened reference to the figure, especially in historical and political contexts.
- De Gaulle's presidency was marked by a strong independent foreign policy.
- "Gaullism": Refers to the political ideology and movement inspired by his ideas, emphasizing national independence, a strong state, and a prominent role for France in world affairs.
- Gaullism continues to influence French conservative politics.
Variants and Related Words
- Charles de Gaulle: The full name without the military title.
- President de Gaulle: Refers specifically to his tenure as the President of the French Fifth Republic (1959-1969).
Synonyms
- Charles André Joseph Marie de Gaulle: His full birth name.
- Leader of the Free French: A descriptive title for his specific role during WWII.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- "A certain idea of France": A famous phrase from the opening of de Gaulle's memoirs, encapsulating his patriotic vision.
- His policies were all guided by "a certain idea of France".
- "The man of June 18th": Refers to his historic radio appeal from London on June 18, 1940, calling for continued French resistance against Nazi Germany.
Noun
- French general and statesman who became very popular during World War II as the leader of the Free French forces in exile (1890-1970)