Bastille Day 1941 in Paris, Vichy, Dakar and Casablanca

The transcript discusses Bastille Day's historical significance, focusing on its celebration in 1939 and the changes by 1941 under Nazi occupation. It highlights the absence of parades in Paris, the presence of Nazi forces, and the observance of Bastille Day in French colonies like Dakar and Morocco. The narrative contrasts the past symbol of freedom with the current state of oppression, noting the colonial armies and their salutes.

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