The year 2020 was significant for France, as the country commemorated two important historic events associated with General Charles de Gaulle. The first was the 50th anniversary of his death, which closed the chapter on one of the most prominent figures in modern French history. The second, the 80th anniversary of the Appeal of 18 June 1940, recalled his legendary speech inspiring the French people to resist Nazi occupation. These important events are also expressed on a proof-quality €2 coin packaged in an elegant case with a certificate.
