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The Company in 1920




  • Citroën wins the grand prix for fuel economy at Le Mans, and its fame spreads rapidly. Production is ramped up as a result.

  • By the end of the year, 15,000 Citroëns are on the road.

  • Annual production : 12 244 vehicles.






In the news in 1920


  • Alexandre Millerand becomes President of the French Republic (1920-1924).
  • The French Socialists and Communists split at the Congress of Tours.
  • The first regular daily radio broadcasts are aired in Great Britain.
  • Charlie Chaplin makes The Kid.

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