History of France–United Kingdom relations

The relationship between France and the United Kingdom was historically defined by and involved substantial enmity, but since the World Wars, has become largely friendly. In the 21st century, France and Britain, though they have chosen different paths and share many overlooked similarities (with roughly the same population, economic size, commitment to democracy, diplomatic clout, and as heads of former global empires.), are often still referred to as "historic rivals", with a perceived ever-lasting competition.

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