France

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Economy

France's economy is characterized by its strong industrial base, agriculture, and services, making it one of the largest economies in the European Union. While France has shown moderate GDP growth, it faces challenges such as high unemployment rates, public debt, and the need for labor market reforms. The French government continues to prioritize innovation and sustainability, focusing on transitioning to a green economy. Ensuring social cohesion and addressing inequalities will be critical for France to achieve sustainable economic growth in the future.

Anthem

'La Marseillaise,' written during the French Revolution, is a passionate call to arms. It became the national anthem in 1795 and is one of the most recognizable anthems in the world.

La Marseillaise

Military ranks

	ArmyArmée de terre
OF-10	Maréchal de FranceMarshal of France
OF-9	Général d'arméeArmy General
OF-8	Général de corps d'arméeCorps General
OF-7	Général de divisionDivisional General
OF-6	Général de brigadeBrigadier General
OF-5	ColonelColonel
OF-4	Lieutenant-colonelLieutenant Colonel
OF-3	CommandantMajor
OF-2	CapitaineCaptain
OF-1	LieutenantLieutenant
OF-1	Sous-lieutenantSecond Lieutenant

Military ranks

	ArmyArmée de terre
OF-10	Maréchal de FranceMarshal of France
OF-9	Général d'arméeArmy General
OF-8	Général de corps d'arméeCorps General
OF-7	Général de divisionDivisional General
OF-6	Général de brigadeBrigadier General
OF-5	ColonelColonel
OF-4	Lieutenant-colonelLieutenant Colonel
OF-3	CommandantMajor
OF-2	CapitaineCaptain
OF-1	LieutenantLieutenant
OF-1	Sous-lieutenantSecond Lieutenant

French Republic

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Economy

Anthem

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Military ranks