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Surrender of France

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

France's military defeat and capitulation to Germany in 1940, demonstrating the effectiveness of Blitzkrieg warfare.

AP course connection

Topic 8.8: 8.8 World War II

Unit 8

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