- In March 1967, tensions arose between students and police in Paris after a student was arrested for attacking an American Express branch. This led to more student protests and the formation of an illegal protest organization. - In May 1968, the university dean closed the Sorbonne University after police violence against protesters increased tensions. Over 450,000 workers, unemployed people, students, and parents protested the government. - President de Gaulle fled the country but was more powerful than before in the next election, saying "Just vote, I will do the rest."