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Vichy government

Vichy government

Alternative Names
Vichy-Frankreich, État français Occupation, Vichy-Regierung, Zone libre, Vichyfrankreich
Type
Government

The Vichy government was a client state (1940–1944) of Nazi Germany, administering the Free Zone in southern France and French colonial possessions. From July 1940 to August 1944, Vichy was led by Marshal Petain.