Jean Moulin is a universally recognized French hero, celebrated as the delegate of General de Gaulle to Nazi occupied France in 1942-3 and founder of the National Resistance Council in May 1943. He is known for defiance of the German invaders in June 1940 and for his death in the hands of Gestapo chief Klaus Barbie in July 1943.
This book is a fully documented account in English of his republican background, his resistance activities, and of his death and reputation. Review: 'This neat biography gives a good outline for the student and the general reader; thanks to some fresh work in the Public Record Office, there are some fascinating new insights into his character as well..' - Julian Wright, Times Literary Supplement '...presents a succinct survey of interpretations of Moulin and stresses his wartime activites.' - N.
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