20. Livin’ the Life With the Resistance
Despite the official surrender of the French government to Germany in 1940, a significant number of French civilians refused to accept defeat. These resilient individuals formed the backbone of the French Resistance, a diverse and decentralized movement that fought against the occupiers with courage and cunning.
From distributing anti-German leaflets and conducting espionage to sabotaging rail lines and ambushing German convoys, the Resistance carried out a wide range of covert activities. Their efforts were not just acts of rebellion; they were powerful symbols of French defiance and national pride. The Resistance also played a crucial role in gathering intelligence for the Allies and preparing the ground for the Liberation of France.