In 1940, the French franc was significantly affected by the economic turmoil of World War II and the German occupation of France. The official exchange rate was approximately 20 francs to 1 US dollar at that time, but the actual value was often much lower due to inflation and black market fluctuations. The franc's stability deteriorated further as the war progressed, leading to a rapid devaluation.
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