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La Marseillaise
Composed by Rouget de Lisle in 1792 in Strasbourg, La Marseillaise became the official anthem of France — perhaps the most recognizable patriotic song in the world.
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General Knowledge & Curiosities
Symbols, institutions, geography and fundamental curiosities to understand contemporary France.
Welcome to the General Knowledge
The essentials for understanding the Republic
This section brings together fundamental knowledge about France — flag, motto, anthem, symbols, regions, political system, language, Francophony and cultural curiosities.
Each sheet will bring origin, historical context, evolution, curiosities and official sources.
Start with the most famous sound symbol of the Republic — La Marseillaise — or explore the alphabetical index.
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