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British distrust of the French government in World War II

The response distinguishes British regard for the French Navy from distrust of the French government, with the navy caught between them.

Anglo French Relations French Navy Royal Navy World War II

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Question

Was Britain hostile to the French during World War II?

Short answer

The response distinguishes British regard for the French Navy from distrust of the French government, with the navy caught between them.

Notes

The answer qualifies a broad claim about British hostility toward France. In this interpretation, the British liked the French Navy but had little confidence in the French government. The navy suffered from that political distrust.