As the story begins, Franz wakes up late for school, only to find out that it is last day of school before summer vacation. Upon reaching school, he sees that schoolroom is unusually quiet, and all students are already seated. It is then that Franz realizes that they are there for their final French lesson.Monsieur Hamel, the elderly teacher, appears somber, dressed in his finest clothes. He announces to the class that the new Prussian authorities have decreed that only German will be taught in the schools of Alsace-Lorraine from now on. This news shocks the students, who had taken their French lessons for granted.M.Hamel begins the lesson by speaking about the importance of the French language and the duty of the people of Alsace-Lorraine to preserve their cultural identity. He expresses regret for not instilling enough love for their language and country in his students earlier. He also reflects on how he himself took his language and freedom for granted.Throughout the lesson, Monsieur Hamel engages the students in a discussion about the beauty and significance of the French language, literature, and history. Franz, who had often neglected his studies, suddenly finds himself deeply moved by Monsieur Hamel's words.As the lesson comes to end, Monsieur Hamel announces that he will no longer be their teacher. He bids farewell to the students and encourages them to cherish their language and heritage, even in the face of oppression. The students leave classroom with heavy hearts, realizing the value of their education and importance of their cultural identity.The Last Lesson serves as a powerful reminder of the significance of language, culture, and education, especially in times of adversity.