How to become member of the French Foreign Legion

How to Join the French Foreign Legion and What to Expect Upon Arrival

The French Foreign Legion is the only unit of the French Army open to people of any nationality. It is …

Operator from French Foreign Legion during the deployment in Mali

Understanding the Differences Between Ranks in the French Foreign Legion and the Regular French Army

The ranks in the French Foreign Legion are similar to those in the regular French Army. All recruits are volunteers …

Operator from French Foreign Legion during the deployment in Mali

French Foreign Legion: A Comprehensive Guide to the Legendary Military Unit

The French Foreign Legion is a unit of the French Army open to people aged 18 to 40 of any …

French soldier armed with FAMAS bullpup assault rifle

FAMAS: French Army’s bullpup assault rifle

The peculiar shape of the FAMAS rifle has led to it being nicknamed ‘the Trumpet’ by today’s poilus, and in …