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This paper deals with the use of the national anthem in France during World War one. This song, since it became the national anthem in 1879, is less and less sung in the labor demonstrations, but remains popular as a base for parodies and diversions.When war breaks out, it is sometimes sung by the departing mobilized soldiers. As soon as 1915, when the war seems without end in sight, censorship forbids any parody of the national anthem and, on the contrary, the national alliance and the defense of the invaded homeland restore it as a warlike and patriotic hymn. Some popular singers switch from protest and antimilitarist songs to those bolstering support for the war, the Marseillaise foremost among them.On the front lines, however, the perception of this song is somewhat different : soldiers do not like flag-waving speeches and songs. In sum, it is sung more in the rear than in the trenches. Ultimately it is the song of victory in 1918 for France : the armistice was celebrated with the Marseillaise in the liberated cities by civilians and soldiers alike.