France was divided into a German occupation zone in the north, an Italian occupation zone and an unoccupied territory, the rest of France, which consisted of southern France and the French empire.

Description: This map shows governmental boundaries of countries; regions, regions capitals and major cities in France.

France, a country of northwestern Europe, is historically and culturally among the most important countries in the Western world. It has also played a highly significant role in international affairs for centuries.

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In spring, France reveals one of its most beautiful sides. Outdoor cafés fill up, parks and gardens come into bloom, and the countryside invites you to take a leisurely stroll, from the coast to the mountains.

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The first written records for the history of France appeared in the Iron Age. What is now France made up the bulk of the region known to the Romans as Gaul. Greek writers noted the presence of three main ethno-linguistic groups in the area: the Gauls, Aquitani and Belgae.

Find out more about France’s political system, economy and trade figures, its representation in the different EU institutions, and EU funding it receives.

France was one of the first members of the European Union, and has the largest land area of all members. It is also a founding member of the United Nations, and a member of the Francophonie, the G8, NATO, and the Latin Union.