One of the most peculiar, original and active people who have entered the history of the twentieth century - General de Gaulle was an outstanding statesman and the most beloved president of France. He managed to lead the country twice, both times taking the leadership at the peak of a national disaster and leaving the state in a state of economic recovery and growing international prestige.The book by Professor N. N. Molchanov is the most complete biography of the legendary Frenchman, one of the greatest personalities of the twentieth century.