Since those whose duty it was to hold the sword of France have let it fall, I have… — Charles de Gaulle
Since those whose duty it was to hold the sword of France have let it fall, I have picked up its broken point.
1940
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De Gaulle, Charles. "July 13, 1940." The Speeches of General de Gaulle. Oxford University Press, 1944.
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De Gaulle, Charles. Address on the Eve of France's National Day. 13 July 1940. France. Radio address.
