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When was the last time France won a war - without outside help?

Question #125860. Asked by darksplash.

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Really depends on what you mean by "won" and "war". My best guess would be the French invasion of Algeria in 1830 -- they clearly conquered Algeria and did so without any outside help. Here's a list of French military victories (and defeats) throughout history:

link http://www.militaryfactory.com/battles/french_military_victories.asp

Apr 30 2012, 10:42 AM
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What about the Battle of Foochow (1884)?

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Foochow

Or, more precicely, the Sino-French War (1884-85), which France was "considered" to win.

link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sino-French_War

May 10 2012, 8:14 PM
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