France on Trial

This audiobook examines the three-week trial of Marshal Philippe Pétain, a prominent French figure during the Second World War, as a means to explore a pivotal moment in twentieth-century French history. Julian Jackson delves into Pétain's role as head of the Vichy regime and how various factions in France sought to interpret and contest the nation's past. Through this trial, the narrative highlights the complex interplay of politics, collective guilt, and personal drama in shaping France's post-war identity.