The dark side of the French Resistance: four graves in the forest

The dark side of the French Resistance: four graves in the forest

European history has seen significant changes in the narrative of the French Resistance’s battle against the Nazis. Charles de Gaulle, a prominent post-World War II figure, crafted a patriotic story where thousands of men and women defended France and freedom itself. The real story is about the clash between Vichy supporters and all the Nazi opponents — communists, nationalists, Jews and Spanish Republicans fighting for freedom and survival.Segu…