Heroes of France

This four-part documentary series tells the story of the French Resistance through the experiences of thirty heroic men and women. In this episode: On 10 May 1940, the German Wehrmacht begins its Western campaign and by the summer, the conquered French sign an armistice. Many are indignant at the German occupation and the first resistance networks are formed.

This four-part documentary series tells the story of the French Resistance through the experiences of thirty heroic men and women. After Hitler invades the USSR in June 1941, the French Communist Party joins the ranks of the resistance.

A history of the French Resistance. Part 3: When allied forces land in North Africa, Germany takes over unoccupied France. Various resistance factions unite.

A history of the French Resistance. Part 4: Despite hardships, setbacks, and a lack of equipment, the resistance grows in summer 1943 and with the allied landings in June 1944, liberation becomes a reality.