What boots do the French Foreign Legion wear?
Since the mid-2010s, French soldiers have been offered commercial outdoor boots made by Lowa, Haix, Meindl etc. That’s why we can see legionnaires wearing different combat boots within even a platoon. It is supposed that new combat boots made by Germany’s Haix might complete the future combat uniform.
Do you lose your citizenship if you join the French Foreign Legion?
Unless things radically change between the US and France, you won’t lose your citizenship involuntarily* for joining any component of the French military.
Are there any females in the French Foreign Legion?
Susan Travers, quite simply, was one badass woman. She left behind a pampered life and a wealthy family to do something great. One thing led to another and she eventually became the only woman to ever be allowed to join the prestigious French Foreign Legion, which only allowed male foreign nationals.
Are French Foreign Legion Elite?
French Foreign Legion, French Légion étrangère, an elite military force originally consisting of foreign volunteers in the pay of France but now comprising volunteer soldiers from any nation, including France, for service in France and abroad.
How selective is the French Foreign Legion?
These people attracted by adventure, surpassing oneself, better living conditions, the prestige of the institution and so many other reasons, but only 13-15% actually enlist. The French Foreign Legion stays one of the most selective units of the French conventional forces.
Can a Legionnaire read a book in French?
Or even books related to the legion in which operations not too far back in time are recounted. I can also read in French so it’s not a problem if the publications are limited to France.
What should you not post on legionnaires report?
Don’t give away who you are, if you’re going to post details about your life in regiment, remain intentionally vague and don’t give any identifying characteristics about yourself. Obviously don’t post photos with your face in them. Some regiments/companies are more relaxed with social media use, others aren’t.
Is the American Legion on a shoestring budget?
-Hand in hand with that, and times are changing as the Legion integrates further with the regular Armée de terre, is the almost shoestring budget the Legion manages. This means you must take everything you know of, and expect from, the US military and throw it out the window.
Is the Legion still blunt end of France’s club?
-You’re an ocean away from your friends and family even when you’re “home”. -Although it’s less true than it may have been in times gone by, the Legion is still the blunt end of France’s club; just like any good club, the owner doesn’t care if it takes, and shows, some good dents and blows.