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Unraveling the Legacy of Charles de Gaulle: The Enduring Influence of Gaullism in French Politics

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Explore the complex legacy of Charles de Gaulle and the enduring influence of Gaullism in French politics, despite controversial actions during Algeria's colonial past.


Despite the crimes committed by France in Algeria and other colonies during the rule of General Charles de Gaulle, French politicians still idealize his personality and honor his memory. What is the secret that distinguished him until what is known as the Gaullist trend appeared in France?

In his book “The End of British-French Colonialism and Its Implications for International Relations,” published in 1984, Miles Kahler, professor of political science at the University of California, defines Gaullism as a French political position based on the thought and practice of the leader of the French Resistance during World War II, General Charles de Gaulle, who later became the founding president. of the French Fifth Republic.

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