Liberation of Paris

The Liberation of Paris took place in August 1944 during World War II, when Allied forces and French resistance fighters successfully freed the city from Nazi German occupation. After years of control, the Germans faced mounting pressure from advancing Allied armies and internal resistance. Paris’s residents played a vital role, rallying against the occupiers. The event marked a turning point, signaling the beginning of the end for Nazi control in Western Europe. It was celebrated as a symbol of hope, resilience, and the collective effort to restore French independence.