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In August 1944, a pivotal battle took place in the "Falaise pocket" (also known as the "Falaise gap"). The Allied Armies, including the United States First Army, the British 2nd Army, and the Canadian First Army, successfully encircled and annihilated the German Seventh and Fifth Panzer Armies. The outcome was devastating for the Germans, with 10,000 troops killed and 50,000 taken as prisoners. This triumph enabled the rapid advancement of the Allied Armies, leading to the liberation of Paris and a swift push through northern France and the Low Countries to the Rhine Delta. The town of Falaise, albeit severely damaged by intense Allied bombing beforehand, was eventually captured by the heroic Canadian and Polish troops. After the war, Falaise underwent extensive restoration efforts.

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The first popular French dish is Ratatouille, a colorful vegetable stew traditionally made with eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and seasoned with herbs such as thyme and basil. This hearty, non-meat dish is typically served alongside grilled meats or fish.

Another famous French dish is Coq au Vin, a braised chicken dish that originated in Burgundy. It involves marinating chicken pieces in red wine with mushrooms, bacon, onions, and garlic before slow-cooking them until tender and flavorful. The final dish is often garnished with parsley and served with potatoes, noodles, or bread.

Lastly, the iconic French dish, Croissants, are flaky, buttery pastries made from layers of laminated dough, which are then curved into a crescent shape and traditionally served for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Although they are not typically a savory or sweet dish, croissants can be filled with various ingredients like ham and cheese (called a jambon-beurre) or almond paste and sugar (an almond croissant).

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