Definitions

1. noun

a former Marshal of France who served as the Chief of State of Vichy France during World War II, known for collaborating with Nazi Germany.

“The controversy surrounding Marshal Pétain’s legacy continues to be a subject of debate among historians.”

2. proper noun

a reference to Marshal Philippe Pétain, the French general and statesman.

“Pétain’s legacy is often associated with the French Resistance’s fight against the Vichy government.”