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The Collapse of the Third Republic

An Inquiry into the Fall of France in 1940

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The Collapse of the Third Republic

By: William L. Shirer
Narrated by: Grover Gardner
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As an international war correspondent and radio commentator, William L. Shirer didn't just research the fall of France. He was there. In just six weeks, he watched the Third Reich topple one of the world's oldest military powers - and institute a rule of terror and paranoia.

Based on in-person conversation with the leaders, diplomats, generals, and ordinary citizens who both shaped the events of this time and lived through them on a daily basis, Shirer shapes a compelling account of historical events - without losing sight of the personal experience.

From the heroic efforts of the Freedom Fighters to the tactical military misjudgments that caused the fall and the daily realities of life for French citizens under Nazi rule, this fascinating and exhaustively documented account from one of the 20th century's most important historians makes the events of the fall accessible to a younger audience in vivid and memorable style.

©2019 William L. Shirer (P)2019 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Europe France Military War Imperialism Interwar Period Socialism Self-Determination French Revolution Soviet Union Africa
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Narrative was easy to follow even though the majority of the key players were French.

Historical very accurate often a first person account.

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