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Do you get civilian jail for deserting from the french foreign legion?
Yes, you will have to serve in a civilian jail and also the French Foreign Legion jail for desertion.
Who are and what are the Foreign Legion.When and Where can i apply to join?
The Foreign Legion you're probably thinking of is the French Foreign Legion, which is an elite unit of infantry, subordinate to the French Army. To be able to apply, you must first physically be in France.
Who wrote the military autobiography Tomorrow To Be Brave a Memoir of the Only Woman to serve in the French Foreign Legion?
Susan Travers of Britain.
What is the 'french foregign legion?
The French Foreign Legion is a unique military unit of the French Army, established in 1831, that allows foreign nationals to enlist and serve in the French military. It is renowned for its rigorous training, discipline, and the diverse backgrounds of its recruits, who come from various countries seeking new opportunities or a fresh start. The Legion has participated in numerous conflicts worldwide and is known for its strong esprit de corps and commitment to its motto, "Legio Patria Nostra" (The Legion is our Fatherland). Its members often undergo challenging conditions and missions, emphasizing loyalty and bravery.
How can a jamaican join the French army?
You may not be able to join the official ranks of the French military, but you could possibly join the French Foreign legion. It's primarily made up of foreign nationals who want to serve in the military for (in this case) France. As far as I know, it's the only one of it's kind in the world.
What foreignarmed forces can US citizens serve with both in military and civilian positions?
Most militaries require their members to be citizens of the nation, even if a dual citizen of that country and the United States. The French Foreign Legion and Israeli Mahal are two outfits which accept foreign volunteers. The Spanish Legion and South African Defence Force were two other forces which traditionally accepted foreign volunteers, but no longer do.
What is the size of the french foreign legion?
Back in 1962 the French Foreign Legion had its elite units disbanded, its heavy weaponry (tanks, cannons, etc) taken away and was downsized to 8,000 men, a figure it keeps today. Wikipedia lists is at 7,700 men, and the vast majority of its force doesn't serve for more than 10 years, around 30-40% of the men it hires not finishing their first five-year contract (one of the highest levels of desertion of any military in the world). For comparison, the United States Marine Corps, the smallest foreign-deployable branch of the US military, is 200,000 men strong.
How can you join the foreign legion?
• to be between the age of 17 and 40 years old (Parental or legal tutor authorization is required for minors), • to hold a valid official identity card, • to be physically fit for duty wherever he may be needed, • knowledge of the French language is not necessary because it will be acquired during the contract. Enlistment Procedures: The first contract is for five years To enlist in the French Foreign Legion, all volunteers must present themselves in any recruiting office in France. Travel costs and the eventual obtention of a visa are borne by the candidate and no help whatsoever can be accorded by the French Foreign Legion. If successful, after preliminary medical check-ups, the candidate will be transfered to the selection center of the Legion Headquarters in Aubagne (15 kms from Marseille) where he will undergo medical, IQ and physical fitness tests. If the candidate is successfull in passing the selection, he will be asked to sign a five years unconditional contract to serve wherever the French Foreign Legion needs him. The unsuccessfull candidate is immediately returned to civilian life to rejoin his country of origin without any financial aid. The Initial Contract For four months the young legionnaire will receive a basic military instruction at the 4th Foreign Regiment located in Castelnaudary after which, he will be posted to a regiment, depending on his capabilities and the needs of the French Foreign Legion. Promotion through the ranks will depend upon his physical capacities as well as his IQ, service record and leadership abilities. from http://french-foreign-legion.com/
Which country has a milutary force called the foreigin Legion?
France has a Foriegn Legion that allows foriegners to serve.
Can a former us service member join a foreign militaries?
If they'll accept foreign volunteers, yes. Offhand, I know the Israeli Mahal and French Foreign Legion do, but most militaries do not accept foreigners into their ranks.In another instance of a similar question being asked, it was answered that one might lose their US citizenship status if they serve a foreign government which the US is at odds with. In reality, you will lose your citizenship, regardless of the status of relations between the US and that country.
Which were the first legions ever created?
The first French Foreign Legions were established in 1831 as a military service wing of the French Army, unique because it was exclusively created for foreign nationals willing to serve in the French Armed Forces.
You are a veteran of the Korea war how can you join the VFW or American Legion?
To join the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) or the American Legion as a veteran of the Korean War, you would need to meet their membership criteria. Typically, you must have served honorably during a period of foreign conflict and have received a campaign medal or served in a specific area during a designated time frame. You can contact your local VFW or American Legion post for more information and to initiate the membership process.
