Paul Reynaud14 June 1940
The Germans capture Paris
France · Warfare / World War, 2nd. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
The Germans capture Paris
Ordered to advance on Paris at the head of the 2nd French Armoured Division
Ordered to enter Paris via the Port dItalie & head for the Ile de Cite
Crosses the Seine at the Pont de Sevres to enter Paris through the Porte de St Cloud. Captures Paris & arrives at the Arc de Triomphe
Begins his attack on Paris. A plane drops a message from Leclerc over saying "Tenez bon, nous arrivons"
Enters Paris after its surrender by the Germans
Delivers Leclercs ultimatum to the German Commander Cholitz who agrees to surrender
Secures a surrender from the German Commander Cholitz. Enters Paris after breaking down German resistance
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