I Saw France Fall, Will She Rise Again?

By Rene de Chambrun

Book Overview

""I Saw France Fall, Will She Rise Again?"" is a memoir written by Rene de Chambrun, a French lawyer, diplomat, and writer. The book chronicles his experiences during World War II, including the fall of France to Nazi Germany, his time in a German concentration camp, and his eventual liberation by Allied forces. De Chambrun provides a firsthand account of the political and social climate in France leading up to the war, as well as the events that led to the country's defeat. He also reflects on the role of the French government and military in the war, and their failure to adequately prepare for the German invasion. Throughout the book, de Chambrun offers his perspective on the state of France after the war, and whether or not he believes the country will be able to rise again. He also reflects on his own personal experiences during the war, including his time in the concentration camp and his eventual return to France. ""I Saw France Fall, Will She Rise Again?"" is a compelling and insightful memoir that offers a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in French history. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of the events leading up to World War II, as well as the lasting impact of the war on France and its people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054806220X
• ISBN13: 9780548062203
• Release Date: July 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"