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Paul Myers

Macron to pay tribute to French Resistance hero during 8 May ceremonies

Saint-Cyr military school cadets attend ceremonies marking the end of World War II anniversary (Victory Day), presided over by French President Emmanuel Macron, Monday, May 8, 2023 in Paris, France. REUTERS - POOL

French president Emmanuel Macron will attend a ceremony at Montluc prison in Lyon on Monday afternoon to pay tribute to the French Resistance and to Jean Moulin, one of its most celebrated leaders during services to commemorate the end of the second world war in Europe.

On 21 June 1943, Jacques Martel and seven leaders of the Secret Army were arrested in Caluire, near Lyon.

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