Learn about the history of the rich French civilization - colonization, la Grande Révolution, and more.
Learn about today's famous francophone birthdays, holidays and celebrations, and other milestones.
Ideal for anyone wondering what the French think of the United States or why the Iraq war contributed to a spate of anti-Frenchism, this bilingual audiobook comprises three interviews with prominent French intellectuals about the relationship between France and the United States - read my review.
Balade en France, from the publisher of Champs-Élysées audiomagazine, is a collection of 18 French travel articles in audiobook format. Read my review of this combination travel guide, cultural study, history book, and French language course.
Test yourself on important dates in francophone history.
Test your knowledge of important figures in francophone history with short quiz.
The Story of French is a definitive analysis of French as it is spoken around the world. An in-depth, compelling, and above all affectionate look at the language of love, The Story of French is required reading for all Francophiles.
Find out about French occupations of yesteryear at this annual festival.
A collection of links, from the About.com guide to Women's History. There are separate pages for Joan of Arc and Olympe de Gouges, as well as links to women's history in Africa and Canada.
An in-depth look at one of Europe's bloodiest icons, including the history of decapitation machines; the work of Drs. Guillotin and Louis; and the guillotine's adoption across France, rise to infamy during the Terror, and continued use until 1981.
PBS is showing a four-episode program about Napolean, starting 8 November. Don't miss it!
A portal to Acadian and Cajun genealogy and history.
About.com Guide Susan Munroe shares the secrets of Canada's history - be sure to take a look.
How the French got to be the French, from the Bibliothèque nationale de France.
This was approved by the French National Assembly in 1789.
Written some years later by Olympe de Gouges, this was never approved by the National Assembly.
Interesting summary of France's history, in English.
The history of the Crusades in French, with audio and pictures.
Everything you need to know about the French Revolution, from the About.com Guide to European history.
Read three pamplets published just before or during the 1789 French Revolution. In French.
Numerous articles about French history: Napoleon, Marie Antoinette, presidents of the 5th Republic, and lots more. French only.
Learn all about Acadian history with this virtual visit to the museum. French or English.
The place to learn about Napoleon Bonaparte, in French or English. There is a ton of information and even some fun stuff like Napoléonic web postcards.
Terrific description of each of the regions of France, their products, and places to see.
The French Prime Minister's site teaches you about the symbols, texts, and institutions that have shaped the history of France (French only).
