mind you that pre world war two. the political and diplomatic game in Europe was far different then it is today.
I would not expect France to the same behavior with other EU members.
I would not expect France to the same behavior with other EU members.
Culture runs deep. France adores Vercingetorix, who surrendered to Julius Caesar after "releasing" all the women and children to die of starvation between the Roman and French lines at the Battle Of Alesia.
Since WWII, France has been a fickle ally to the US at best.