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The First meeting of Washington and Lafayette, Philadelphia, Aug. 3rd, 1777
The First meeting of Washington and Lafayette, Philadelphia, Aug. 3rd, 1777

France is one of the oldest U.S. allies, dating to 1778 when the French monarchy recognized the independence of the United States. French military and economic assistance during the American War of Independence (1775-81) was crucial to the American victory. Since then, relations between the two countries have remained active, despite periods that have tested this long friendship.

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