The French region of Brittany has seen broad protests in recent weeks, which could open the door to the far-right National Front in an area that has long been a bastion of moderation.

Jean-Marie Le Pen was born in Brittany in 1928. His father, a fisherman, ... He helped launch the National Front in 1972, and served as its president until he retired in 2011.

The National Front party traditionally rallies in support of its anti-immigrant, nationalist ideals on May 1, International Workers Day. The far right is growing stronger throughout much of Europe.

From founding the National Front party ... Born on June 20, 1928, in the seaside village of La Trinite-sur-Mer in Brittany, Jean-Marie Le Pen’s father, Jean, ...