Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

de Gaulle

Proper Noun

/də ˈɡɔːl/

Definition

Charles de Gaulle was a prominent French military leader and statesman known for his role during World War II and the establishment of the Fifth Republic in France.

Examples

Charles de Gaulle led France through a tumultuous period of change in the mid-20th century.
His vision for a strong, independent France reshaped the country’s policies.

Meaning

De Gaulle is primarily known for his leadership in the French Resistance against Nazi occupation during World War II and as the first president of the Fifth Republic.