Charles de Gaulle (French General)

Charles de Gaulle was a prominent French general and statesman, best known for his role during World War II and as the founder of the French Fifth Republic. Initially a soldier, he became famous for his resistance to Nazi occupation, leading the Free French Forces from London. After the war, he served as France's president from 1959 to 1969, promoting national independence and modernization. De Gaulle's ideas about French identity and governance greatly influenced modern France, making him a significant figure in both military history and political thought. His legacy includes a strong sense of nationalism and independence for France.