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Host City: Melbourne, Australia (November 22, 1956 to December 8, 1956)
Opening Ceremony: November 22, 1956
Closing Ceremony: December 8, 1956
Events for France: 95 in 15 sports
Participants for France: 137 (119 men and 18 women)
Youngest Participant for France: Catherine Capdevielle (18 years, 84 days)
Oldest Participant for France: Charles des Jammonières (54 years, 231 days)
Most Medals for France (Athlete): 3 athletes with 2 medals