French vs France: Vichy Government Attempts to Save the Empire

The French State, Vichy France, had a large impact on global politics during and after its inception and fall from power. The impact this World War II government would have on decolonization is discussed with a focus on Indochina, and French North Africa. Analyzing Vichy policies both in continental France and in the colonies, the focus on nationalism, patriotism, and \u27return to a better times\u27 sentiment drove a wedge between the \u27French\u27 people creating a epidemic of decolonization around the world