Q: When did France become an independent country?
A: France became an independent country July 14, 1789.
France borders touch the boundaries of eight different countries: Andorra, Belguim, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Spain, and Switzerland. France was one of the earliest countries to devolope. The population of France is just about over sixty four million people. France is one of the largest Western Eurpoean countries with a southern coast bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It is also famous for its food. It is beautifully cooked bursting out with favor. Many different parts of France has their own special dishes. France is also well known for their wine. There are several well-known areas for wine-making. Wine-making is a specialty in Burgundy, Bordeaux, and the Rhone.
Below is a timeline of France's history.
Description/Meaning Of The Flag 
The french flag has three vertical lines from top to bottom. Blue, white, and red. The flag is commonly known as the French Tricolor. The three colors stand for the fifth republic. The colors blue and red stand for the city, while the white stands for the King. The colors of the flag are represenitative of the three major social classes. Now, the "Tricolor Flag" is all over the public buildings in France.
