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191. England vs France: An Historic Rivalry! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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The Relationship Between Britain and France

Since 1815 the British army defeated Napoleon again at the Battle of Waterloo. The two countries have been allies and fought on the same side in most wars. Britain helped to free France from Nazi control during World War II. Both countries then became key allies of the USA during the Cold War. After leaving the EU, France and Britain have clashed repeatedly. There have been arguments over refugee crisis with people using France as a base for cross-border fishing.

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