France is a country in Europe, which thrived especially during the Middle Ages (the Middle Ages roughly cover the period from the 5th century to the beginning of the 16th century). It remains a powerhouse in the [[European Union]], and is consistently at odds with the [[United Kingdom]] on issues of EU policy. The capital city is Paris. | France is a country in Europe, which thrived especially during the Middle Ages (the Middle Ages roughly cover the period from the 5th century to the beginning of the 16th century). It remains a powerhouse in the [[European Union]], and is consistently at odds with the [[United Kingdom]] on issues of EU policy. The capital city is Paris. |