IN THIS COMPANION VOLUME TO _THE FRENCH ARMY 1939-45 (1)_, IAN SUMNER AND FRANÇOIS VAUVILLIER EXAMINE THE HISTORY, UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA OF THE FREE FRENCH, FIGHTING FRENCH AND THE ARMY OF LIBERATION. By 16 June 1940, De Gaulle, with the decisive support of Churchill, had come to the conclusion that, whatever happened, France could not stand to one side in the struggle against Nazi Germany. And so, Free France was born. Featuring detailed illustrations and contemporary photographs throughout, this is an ideal guide for anyone interested in French military uniforms.