The navy provides much of the French Empire's security, with major North African bases among its positions. Alongside the Foreign Legion, it represents a large share of the armed force supporting imperial control. If the ministry and fleet continue fighting, most of the empire would probably follow immediately. The prediction leaves room for individual territories to choose differently.
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The fleet could pull most of the French Empire into the war
Because the Navy secured and connected much of the empire, institutional defection could carry colonies and overseas forces with it.