Lecture “French-American Histories, one story, two narratives”

“French-American Histories, one story, two narratives” is a program of curatorial talks launched by the Villa Albertine in collaboration with the Federation of Alliances Françaises USA. Each episode reveals a different facet of the vibrant French-American tapestry, through interviews with leading scholars, experts, and practitioners conducted by Dr. Iris de Rode, an expert in the history of French-American relations. The interviews will be broadcasted live and recorded monthly at the French Embassy or other locations in the United States.

Decolonizing Perspectives: France and the United States in the Era of Decolonization An Interview with Fredrik Logevall

The era of decolonization witnessed a complex relationship between France and the United States, characterized by a blend of cooperation, tension, and diverging interests. France, facing the challenges of relinquishing its colonial holdings (Vietnam, Algeria), sought to retain its influence and control in its former territories. This often led to friction with the United States,…