シャルル・ド・ゴール was a prominent French military leader and statesman, best known for his role during World War II and as the founder of the Fifth Republic in France. Born on November 22, 1890, he became a key figure in the French Resistance against Nazi occupation and later served as the President of France from 1959 to 1969. As a leader, ド・ゴール emphasized national independence and sought to strengthen France's position in global affairs. His policies focused on economic modernization and decolonization, particularly in アルジェリア, which gained independence in 1962. His legacy continues to influence French politics today.