Free French units led by Gen. Philippe Leclerc — backed by the U.S. Army 4th Infantry — pushed into central Paris. At about 3 p.m., the German commander, Gen. Dietrich von Choltitz, surrendered.

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Madeleine Riffaud, who fought for Paris with French Resistance, dies at 100 Ms. Riffaud was one of the last links to the celebrated ranks of French women who joined the Resistance during World War II.

Free French units led by Gen. Philippe Leclerc -- backed by the U.S. Army 4th Infantry - pushed into central Paris. At about 3 p.m., the German commander, Gen. Dietrich von Choltitz, surrendered.

French poet, journalist, war correspondent and member of the French Resistance, Madeleine Riffaud, poses during a photo session at her home in Paris, on June 17, 2024.

French poet, journalist, war correspondent and member of the French Resistance, Madeleine Riffaud, poses during a photo session at her home in Paris, on June 17. She died on November 6 at her home ...