PBS
Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
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Just France: History of France
A detailed text-based account of the history of France from earliest times to the present. Included in the history are Gaul, Roman Empire, Franks, Charlemagne, Joan of Arc, French monarchy, French Revolution, establishment of a Republic,...
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Just France: Maps of France
Use these different maps of France to get to know the geography and regions as well as the cities of France. Uses popups.
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Illinois State University: French Literary Tenses
A concise explanation of the French literary tenses with examples and comparisons to spoken language. Has sample conjugations of auxiliary verbs as well as er, ir, re verbs.
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Le Mariage De Christophe Et Shannon
At the wedding page of Christophe (French) and Shannon (American) you can find links to their vows (civil and romantic) in French and English. Also take a minute to look at the wedding album.
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Pigeon Post Into Paris 1870 1871
This site describes the pigeon post which was in operation during the Franco-Prussian War. It gives historical background, discusses communications, organization of the pigeon service, and dispatches.
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Mayotte
A beautiful map with links to information on Mayotte's fauna and flora, cities, lagoon and forests.
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L'institution Visite
This site offers a virtual tour of the Palais du Luxembourg which is the seat of the French senate.A historical overview of the Palais du Luxembourg is included.
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Centre Culturel D'athis Mons
Complete history of the Popular Front. Includes drawings and pictures.
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History of Roman Architecture: Pont Du Gard
Great information about the Pont du Gard, as well as some great photographs. Very nice and informative site.
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Animal Info: Dama Gazelle
This site contains a variety of information on the dama gazelle. Detailed statistics and trends on this endangered species.
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Caslt: French as a Second Language: Classroom Resource Links
Resources for French foreign-language teachers including a catalogue of links to resources on grammar, vocabulary, culture, idiomatic expressions, culture, reading, holidays, Francophone cultures, dictionaries, listening exercises and...
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Zut!: Interactive French Activities
This site provides activities for teaching and learning French organized by level. Basic lessons include learning to talk about oneself and numbers; more advanced lessons cover contemporary France, immigration, the distribution of wealth...
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Le Poulet Gauche: The Sixteenth Century
Overview of the political, social, and economic forces that existed in France during the sixteenth century. Links are provided to several different examples of French culture of the time. Resource created by a group interested in...
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France Landmarks: Virtual Panoramic Tour
Go on a virtual tour through France with these panoramic photos! Simply click on a city, VR panoramas, then the photo, to watch the 360 degree pictures of the French landmarks and countryside.
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Campeoles
This cute website offers various types of information to viewers: stays, specials, reservations, and a boutique. If you click on "campeole," you will be able to read more about the organization.
Hanover College
Documents of the Revolution of 1848 in France
These primary source documents from "Readings in European History" contain texts that describe the provisional government set up in Paris, the second French Republic, and Louis Napoleon's Campaign Manifesto.
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Academie Francaise
The official site of the Academie Francaise. Provides information on its role, its history, its members (called "les immortels"), its influence on the French language, and its dictionaries (actual limited online access).
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United States Naval Academy: Kings and Kingdoms of England and France
This comprehensive resource covers all the highlights of history (wars, kings, famine) in England and France between 973-1350. Organized by dates, this site includes links to primary source documents, maps, and artwork from this time...
Oxfam
Oxfam: Virtual Journey of France
Take a journey through France and experience the culture, cuisine and scenery of this beautiful and diverse country. Read about the biggest sporting event in the world, and see what the French like to do in their spare time.
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Les Cles De L'actualite Junior
This is the homepage for the magazine Les Cles de l'actualite JUNIOR, a magazine for 8- to 12-year old French-speaking children. Covers everything from current events to the environment to sports. Includes games and quizzes in the...
University of Texas at Austin
France
Excellent series of maps from University of Texas at Austin - Provides political and shaded relief maps of France and a multitude of historical maps and maps of overseas territories overseas. Also includes maps of several large cities.
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France, All You Need to Know
It's not easy to describe an entire country and teach the language on one website, but this publisher has managed pretty well. They cover everything such as general information about France, French language lessons, regional and...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: How Did France Become a Target for Extremists?
Article reports on issues that have led to France becoming a target for terrorism.