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Coming out of a difficult Indochinese conflict, the Foreign Legion reinforced cohesion by extending the duration of basic training. Efforts exerted were successful during this transit; however, entering into December 1960 and the generals' putsch, a crisis hit the legion putting its faith at the corps of the Army. [49] In late 1831, the first legionnaires landed in Algeria, the country that would be the Foreign Legion's homeland for 130 years and shape its character. The early years in Algeria were hard on the legion because it was often sent to the worst postings and received the worst assignments, and its members were generally uninterested in the new colony of the French. [20] The Legion served alongside the Battalions of Light Infantry of Africa, formed in 1832, which was a penal military unit made up of men with prison records who still had to do their military service or soldiers with serious disciplinary problems. Louis Philippe, the King of the French, created the French Foreign Legion on 10 March 1831. Firstly, recruits included soldiers from the recently disbanded Swiss and German foreign regiments of the Bourbon monarchy. The French expeditionary force that had occupied Algiers in 1830 was in need of reinforcements, therefore the Legion was transferred by sea in detachments from Toulon to Algeria. In 1961, at the issue of the putsch, the 1st Mounted Saharan Squadron of the Foreign Legion [50] ( French: 1 er Escadron Saharien Porté de la Légion Etrangère, 1 er ESPLE) received the missions to assure surveillance and policing. The artificial hand of Captain Danjou, who lost his right hand in battle, is considered the most valuable relic of the French Foreign Legion. It is ceremonially carried in a procession each year to honor the legendary battle that took place on April 30, 1863 in Mexico.

Consulting size guides: Look for size guides that provide additional information on the fit of the hat, such as whether it runs large or small. Description and history: The modified kepi is a contemporary twist on the traditional design, and has become increasingly popular in recent years. This article is about the military headgear. For the town in Indonesia, see Kepi, Indonesia. French Army kepi In April 1832, the Foreign Legion saw its first combat in the village of Maison Carree near Algiers, and it was immediately plunged into bloody warfare. Despite being created to fight for freedom, the Legion was sent to participate in a war of conquest and was involved in brutal fighting. The battle at Maison Carree ended with the French king presenting the first war flag to the new commander of the Legion, Colonel Combe. At this time, Arab resistance intensified, and under the leadership of Abd-el-Kader, Emir of Mascara, new battles were fought, such as the one in front of the port of Oran. The Emir was defeated by the Spanish soldiers of the 4th Battalion of the Legion and was forced to retreat and become a guerrilla. The conflicts and fighting continued, with battles such as those for the conquest of Arzew, Kole, and Mostaganem.

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Prior to the end of the Algerian War, the legion hadn’t been stationed in mainland France except in wartime. Until 1962, the Foreign Legion headquarters was located in Sidi Bel Abbès, Algeria. Style: Safari hats have a more sophisticated look and are often worn for more formal occasions like weddings or outdoor events. Today, some units of the Legion are in Corsica or overseas possessions (mainly in French Guyana, guarding Guiana Space Centre), while the rest are in the south of mainland France. The current headquarter is in Aubagne, France. What’s the difference between the French Army and the French Foreign Legion? A form of kepi modeled on the Austrian ski-cap was the standard headgear of uniformed British Rail male employees from the mid-1960s to the mid-1980s. The 2° REP has a total of 1,275 members, who are trained in different skills and specialties depending on the company they are assigned to. However, all members eventually go through jungle combat training (held in Guyana) and desert combat training (held in Djibouti). Within the 2° REP, there is a small unit within the CEA company known as the CRAP (Commandos de Renseignements et dans la profondeur), which was formerly called the SOGH (Sauterus Opérationnels de Grande Hauteur). This group is made up of elite parachutists who are experts in high-altitude jumps and free fall, with late parachute openings. They are trained for reconnaissance and sabotage missions deep behind enemy lines. CRAP

French customs officers ( douaniers) and the Gendarmerie still wear kepis for ceremonial duty. Customs officers wear a baseball style cap for ordinary duties (since 1994 with many variations) while the Gendarmerie introduced a "soft kepi" in the early 2000s. In 1931, Général Paul-Frédéric Rollet assumed the role of 1st Inspector of the Foreign Legion, a post created at his initiative. While serving as colonel of the 1st Foreign Infantry Regiment (1925–1931), Rollet was responsible for planning the centennial celebrations of the Legion's foundation; scheduling this event for Camarón Day 30 April 1931. He was subsequently credited with creating much of the modern mystique of the Legion by restoring or creating many of its traditions.Before the outbreak of the First World War, it was recognized that the French Foreign Legion alone would not be sufficient to stop the Germans. As a result, the Legion was heavily recruited and filled with both new and experienced legionnaires. During the war, the Legion was used as an assault unit and participated in numerous battles, where it sustained heavy casualties from German machine gun fire.

At the request of the Malian President, France intervened militarily in January 2013. Above all, Operation Serval had to stop the advance of jihadist forces and allow the country to regain its territorial integrity. The regulations were often ignored because of the scarcity of materials and the need for rapid production. The average Confederate kepi usually was a simple gray or butternut cap made of wool or jean wool. To save leather for shoes and accoutrements, by mid-war Confederate kepi brims often were made of tarred cloth; chinstraps were sometimes omitted. [3] [4] Many Confederate units wore unique versions of the kepi. These included: With the adoption of a British-style khaki uniform from 1915, the kepi was abandoned in favour of the peaked cap for all ranks, [17] As part of the Army of Africa, the Foreign Legion contributed to the growth of the French colonial empire in Sub-Saharan Africa. Simultaneously, the Legion took part to the pacification of Algeria, suppressing various tribal rebellions and razzias. The 1st Regiment of the French Foreign Legion, under the command of Colonel Vienot, played a key role in the Crimea as part of the French expeditionary corps. The regiment, along with units from the 2nd Regiment, famously fought at Abno and ultimately contributed to the successful siege and capture of Sevastopol. Following this campaign, the Legion was reorganized and the veterans of Algeria and Sevastopol were united in the 2nd Regiment, while Swiss volunteers were assigned to a new regiment that was officially named the 1st Regiment of the Foreign Legion.Currently, you could start collecting a regular retirement pension after 17 years and 6 months of honorable service.

in Chile, the 4th Company of the 6th Infantry Regiment "Chacabuco" and the 1st Historical Company of the 4th Mechanized Infantry Brigade "Rancagua";

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Main articles: Origins of the French Foreign Legion, 2nd Foreign Legion (2LE), 1st Foreign Regiment, and 2nd Foreign Infantry Regiment As a legionnaire (up to the rank of corporal), you are housed, clothed, fed, and medically cared for free.

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