1953 in France started with the conclusion of Operation Bretagne. The French Priest and the Concept of Christian Unity promoter, Paul Couturier, died in March 1953. The French Government agreed to the provisional independence of Cambodia with King Norodom Sihanouk, and eventually, Cambodia gained complete independence on 9th November 1953.
Four Million workers went on strike in France to protest against the austerity measures, and the strike ended after 12 days. Here below are some fascinating vintage photos that show what France looked like in 1953.
