Third French Republic

The Third French Republic was the governing regime of France that existed from the collapse of the Second French Empire in 1870 until its fall to Nazi Germany during World War II.

History

Establishment

On 4 September 1870, the Government of National Defense was established after Napoleon III's capture and fall as emperor, and tried to offer aid and provisions to the people of France as they suffered under the onslaught of the Prussians during the Franco-Prussian War.

In the winter of 1871, the Government of National Defense signed an armistice with the Prussians, who were victorious in the war, and their leader, Kaiser Wilhelm I, established the German Republic, taking part of France's lands in the process. In response, the government was disbanded and the Third French Republic was officially formed as the successor of the Second French Empire. However, most of the government officials maintained a monarchist stance and, as a result, another Committee of Public Safety was formed to respond to such debates. In turn, another Paris Commune was initiated, but it was short-lived and the republic survived the national crisis.

Belle Époque

After the war, the republic enjoyed a peaceful and prosperous period called the Belle Époque. For at least forty years, the city of Paris underwent technological advances, economic rise, and an betterment of life. By 1889, the Eiffel Tower was built and the exhibition of the Gallery of Machines was showcased to represent France's new prowess.

Appearances

• Assassin's Creed: Unity (mentioned in Database entry only)
• Assassin's Creed: The Engine of History – The Resurrection Plot (first appearance)