Charles de Gaulle - Biography
Charles de Gaulle was born November 22, 1890 in Lille. He is the son of Jeanne Maillot and Henri de Gaulle, professor of letters, mathematics and history.
www.dday-overlord.comCharles de Gaulle led the Free French Forces during World War II. He became the founder of the Fifth Republic and first president of postwar France, shaping French politics. He rejected the armistice with Germany in 1940, escaped to London, and issued the Appeal of 18 June to continue the resistance. After liberation, he headed the Provisional Government and reconstructed the institutions. He pursued an independent foreign policy, including withdrawing from NATO's integrated command. His era of leadership defined France’s global role.