Sculpture of La Marseillaise on Paris's Arc de Triomphe France's national anthem will be sung by English as well as French fans when the two nations' football teams meet at Wembley. What's the story ...

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 ...

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 ...

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The French national anthem, La Marseillaise, was penned by army engineer Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle during the French revolutionary wars in 1792. It was originally written as a marching song and ...

The French national anthem is the greatest anthem there is, and its history will likely only increase your admiration for it, writes Alex Marshall. It feels right now like there is only one song in ...

Featuring some less-than-cheery lyrics about ‘watering fields with blood’, the words to the French national anthem are a little controversial. One night during the French Revolution, after France ...

Wembley Arch has already been lit up with the Tricolour England fans will be encouraged to join in the singing of La Marseillaise as a moment of solidarity during the match against France at Wembley ...