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Originally Posted by 95th Rifleman
Sure it's unlikely, but it is a possibility.
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In fact it makes perfect sense. I only disagree with your economic point of view. You still think economic in terms of profit and that is a conception outdated under T2K. Most exchange will be made either in gold or through barter and France retains a need for raw materials.
Transport might be a problem of course but you can expect France to do two things. First, it will engaged in a ship contruction program similiar to that of the Liberty Ships in WW2 (although at a much reduced rate). Then, it will seize and repair whatever ships it can find. Several will already be in Belgium/French harbors. A little more might be seized in the Netherlands and African ports.
As a result, I would expect the French to be able to establish some secure sealanes within two years. These will not extend worldwide but should possibly be enough to maintain communication with the less damaged areas. At the time France still had a fair number of escort ships and much more could be built in little time (Estienne d'Orves-class for exemple).