Football fans know the national anthem of France only too well by name after Les Bleus reached four of the last seven World Cup finals, but have you ever wondered what the song itself is all about? As ...

Aux armes, readers, here's a closer look at the rather bloody song that is so dear to many in France (but not everyone). If you're watching any Paris Olympics coverage then the chances are you will ...

The French national anthem is certainly a rousing battle cry but what are they singing? While most people will recognise the marching rhythms of La Marseillaise, far fewer know what is actually being ...

Originally written as a war song, 'La Marseillaise' has evolved into a symbol of unity and solidarity - and here's what it means France have been one of the most exciting teams to watch in recent ...

Changes to French educational curricula rarely make headline news in Britain. However, both The Times and the Daily Telegraph felt it worth reporting on a recent decision to make primary-school pupils ...

ENGLAND fans have been urged to join visiting supporters in singing the French national anthem - La Marseillaise - at Wembley tonight in a show of solidarity after the Paris attacks. The powerful ...

Wembley Stadium stood as one to sing both national anthems in a show of solidarity ahead of England’s friendly with France. Supporters at the national stadium were encouraged to join in with the ...

England fans have been urged to join their French counterparts in singing La Marseillaise in a show of solidarity over Friday's Paris terror attacks. A campaign for ...