Mendès France refers to Pierre Mendès France, a prominent French politician and statesman born on January 11, 1907. He served as the Prime Minister of France from 1954 to 1955 and was known for his progressive policies and efforts to decolonize French territories, particularly in Indochina. His leadership during the Geneva Conference helped to negotiate an end to the First Indochina War. Mendès France was a member of the Radical Party and later founded the Mendès France Movement. He was an advocate for social reforms, including education and economic development. His legacy includes a commitment to peace and diplomacy, influencing French politics for years to come.