Which French port city was surrounded and held out against the Germans until 1940, becoming a symbol of resistance?

on Jun 16, 2025

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A) Bordeaux
B) Lille
C) Dunkirk
D) Brest

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Which French port city was surrounded and held out against the Germans until 1940, becoming a symbol of resistance?

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