10 May & 13 May 1968

Introduction

May 68 was a pivotal year and event in French history; it marked a real turn in French legislation and values . The year highlighted the division between the old and the new and the struggle it took to get France to where it is now. The year proved to be one of change not just for students but the general public; especially women.

On two dates in particular, France experienced major events that would in time would make history.  10 May and 13 May were very important dates in the lead up to a cultural, a social, a political and, as some would say, a sexual revolution.