Why We Vie for Everything French: French Proverbs

They say that the French have it all. Chic women, delectable cuisine, wonderful wines, and of course, cultural history. But did you know that the French also had years of hardship before they achieved their status? Remember the French revolution? And the reign of Napoleon Bonaparte? French history is replete with stories of war and suffering.

But the French have been known to emerge victorious. They have the never-say-die spirit. Perhaps it's time to learn some lessons from the French. Here are some famous French proverbs.