8 Symbols of France

8 symboles de la République française

Like any proud nation, France has a variety of symbols and patriotic motifs. Click for larger images and detailed information.

Coq gaulois 

le coq gaulois

symbole non officiel
unofficial symbol

   
Drapeau français 

le drapeau français

drapeau national
national flag

   
Grand Sceau de France 

le Grand Sceau

sceau officiel
official seal

   
Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité 

Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité

devise
motto

   
Marianne, personnification de la France 

Marianne

personnification
personification

   
Grand Sceau de France 

La Marseillaise

hymne national
national anthem

   
Bastille Day - Quatorze Juillet 

Quatorze Juillet

fête nationale
national holiday

   
Grand Sceau de France 

Vive la France !

cri de ralliement
rallying cry

  

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