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About The People
Did You Know...... The Eiffel Tower was built for the International Exhibition of Paris of 1889 commemorating the cente »» More
Fashion... The French in general take great care to dress well and fashionably, whether they are wearing formal »» More
Socializing... The French believe success is judged by educational level, family reputation and financial status. T »» More
Family... Most families are small, with only one or two children. Since a single income is not enough to live »» More
Sports & Recreation... Children often play soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball, and handball, but soccer is predominant »» More
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Statistics
Capital Cities... Paris »» History of Paris
Population: 63,713,926
GDP: $2,067,000,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 547,030 (sq km) 211,208 (sq mi)
Currency: euro (EUR)
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France History
France was one of the earliest countries to progress from feudalism to the nation-state. Its monarchs surrounded themselves with capable ministers, and French armies were among the most innovative, disciplined, and professional of their day.
During the reign of Louis XIV (1643-1715), France was the dominant power in Europe. But overly ambitious projects and military campaigns of Louis and his successors led to chronic financial problems in the 18th century. Deteriorating economic conditions and popular resentment against the complicated system of privileges granted the nobility and clerics were among the principal causes of the French Revolution (1789-94). Although the revolutionaries »» More |