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The article explores the early European history of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Emphasis is given to topics such as the arrival of Portuguese forces under the command of officer Martim Afonso de Sousa in Guanabara Bay in 1530, relations between French traders and the Tupinambá people, the establishment of a French colony by soldier Nicolas de Villegagnon, and victory over the French by Portuguese forces under the command of governor-general Mem de Sá and his cousin Estácio de Sá.

The article discuses the history of French King Francis I's participation in the Italian Wars, focusing particularly on the Battle of Marignano, Italy in 1515. It chronicles his treaties with Henry VIII of England and Charles of Habsburg, who ruled the Netherlands and Franche-Comté and outlines France's diplomatic relations with states including Switzerland, Venice, Florence, and the Papal States.

The article discusses the decolonisation of British colonies in Africa, with a particular focus on France's support of the British colony Southern Rhodesia’s Unilateral Declaration of Independence (UDI) in 1965 by its white minority government under Southern Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith. The secretive aspect of the French support for Southern Rhodesia's UDI is discussed.

The article discusses the seventeenth-century history of foreign relations between France under the rule of King Louis XIV and Siam under the rule of King Narai, focusing particularly on the period between 1685 and 1688. Notable people discussed include French bishop Louis Laneau, European trader and political adviser Constantine Phaulkon, and Jesuit priest and diplomat Guy Tachard. Descriptions of the diplomatic envoys sent by both France and Siam are detailed.

The article focuses on the political attitudes of the French, British, and American allies towards the construction of the Berlin Wall in 1961 by the Soviet sector. Through an analysis of Cold War documents and political statements, the author concludes that the construction of the Wall was not considered a major point of contention for the allies. The author suggests that none of the allies took action against the construction of the Wall because it helped to divide the threat of post-war Germany.

The author discusses the arrival of the German gun boat Panther in Morocco in 1911. The arrival of the ship was in reaction to French troops marching towards Fez. The troops marched in retaliation for the murder of a French officer while he involved himself in a matter over which he had no jurisdiction. The resulting diplomatic crisis involved Morocco, France, Germany, Great Britain, and Spain.

Explores relations between Great Britain and France under the direction of the liberal foreign policy of Lord Palmerston during the Second Empire of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte III in the 19th century. Reasons for the success of Louis-Napoleon in winning overseas support; Incident most dangerous to the French-British relations; Reaction of the French public to the annexation of France of Nice and Savoy in 1860.

Tells how the delicate system of international relations and `ancient regime' diplomacy was shattered by French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's arrogance and refusal to play by the rules. Description of Napoleon's relationships and dealings with leaders of other nations in Europe; How his dealings with the leaders affected France; Circumstances showing Napoleon's arrogance to deal well and fair with other leaders of European nations.

Looks at how the people's armies of the French Revolution and developments thereafter affected citizens and soldiers in France and Germany from 1789 to 1939. History of Franco-German relations; Compulsory conscription based on the so-called `canton system.'

Profiles Bertrand du Guesclin, former constable of France who died in 1380. Military victories; War between France and England; Honors received from Charles the Fifth.

Reports on the origins of the Hundred Years War in Europe in the 14th-15th century. Treaty made between England and France; Effect of the treaty; Relations of England and France before the war.

Discusses the influence of writer Tom Paine in establishing relations between the U.S. and France in the 1700s. Mission given by the U.S. Congress to Paine in France; Information on the book he published entitled 'Rights of Man'; Influence of the revolutionary ideas of Paine to the government of France.

The article discusses an imperial visit by Russian Tsar Nicholas II to France in 1901. It examines the efforts of French Foreign Minister Théophile Delcassé to organize the visit following a visit by Nicholas to Germany. The author reflects on the ways in which the visit caused domestic political difficulties, noting the challenges that it presented to French Prime Minister M. Waldeck-Rousseau and his Republican government. Other topics include Nicholas' attendance at a French naval and military review, his visit to France's Rheims Cathedral, and the decision to limit his public appearances.

Discusses the historical perspective on the French anti-American feelings. Factors that led to the anti-American feelings; Implications of anti-Americanism; Examples of books produced in France that were related to the anti-Americanism issue.

The article considers explanations for France's disastrous foreign policy between the wars in 1918 and 1940 in an effort to know how did France go from triumphant victor to humiliated victim in so short a time. In the early summer of 1940 French armies were defeated in just six weeks and surrender was followed by four years of German occupation. And yet just 22 years earlier France had been victorious over Germany and had helped to fashion a peace treaty designed to prevent any resurgence of German power.

The article explores the self-destructive qualities of French military and political leader Napoleon I's character which led to his ultimate defeat. Looking at the years after Napoleon gained power, it becomes obvious that his dictatorship allows no room for anything but his own personal foreign strategy. His own actions were the primary cause of war after 1803. Therefore, as the foreign policy was established and moulded by Napoleon, he should certainly take the responsibility for the flaws which caused its downfall.

Examines the impact of the Entente Cordiale agreement between Great Britain and France in April 1904 on the relations among great powers in Europe. Reason of Great Britain for forging the agreement with France; Historical enmity between France and Great Britain; Officials in the British Foreign Office who eagerly sought the agreement; Reaction of Germany to the agreement; Contention that the agreement is a major cause of World War I.

Recalls the Peace of Amiens signed by Great Britain and France on March 25, 1802. Some details of the agreement between the two countries; Suggested addition to the deal.

On September 25th, ceremonies will be held across France in commemoration of the harkis, the Algerian nationals who fought alongside the French during the Algerian War. Nevertheless, despite the institution of the journée nationale d'hommage aux harkis in 2003, harkis remain orphans of French and Algerian history. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Recounts the signing of the Treaty of Lyons signed by French King Louis XII on January 31, 1504 which conceded Naples to Spain. Political situation in Italy in 1500; Origin of the dispute between Spanish King Charles VIII and French king Louis XII; Role of the Pope of Rome in the dispute.