When was France founded and who were the first settlers ?
The France of today has evolved through 2500 years of history. During that time Europe was occupied by various invaders, and the alliances of different empires changed borders. In later years territories were acquired by royal marriage, and even bought and sold. Some areas changed nationality several times, particularly those adjacent to the ever changing frontiers. France itself, was an invader at various times and the borders of France expanded to accomodate conquered territories. Savoie finally became part of France in 1860, Alsace was returned to France in 1919. After 0AD todays France was controlled by the Romans, but by 300AD the weakened Roman empire began to have civil wars. The empire was partitioned into two in 285AD and into 3 by 330AD. Ongoing power struggles further weakened the empire. The empire was reunited in 390AD, but was unable to stand the onslaught of the invaders. British Celts invaded Brittany around 400AD. The Vandals controlled West France by 420AD, and by neg
