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Mitterrand, François Maurice
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opposition to Charles de Gaulle
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1968: France
The social and cultural revolution of 1968 marked the beginning of a new era in French history from which there will be no turning back. Despite this, the Gaullist state has shown enough resiliency to hold its ground and even momentarily improve its position. Maintenance of the status quo for any...
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