Charles de Gaulle (military leader)

Charles de Gaulle was a prominent French military leader and statesman known for his leadership during World War II and his role in shaping modern France. As a general, he organized the Free French Forces to resist Nazi occupation. After the war, he became the founder and first president of the Fifth Republic, focusing on restoring France’s independence and strength. De Gaulle emphasized national sovereignty, modernizing France's military and government. His legacy includes transforming France into a major global power, and he remains a symbol of resilience and patriotism in French history.