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The French Foreign Legion is one of the world's most elite--and mysterious--military forces. This compelling history reveals the reality behind the legendary unit, from the battle of Algeria to the war against terrorism. It explores the legionnaire's ascetic lifestyle, with firsthand accounts; dispels myths about joining the Legion; describes the recruitment and selection process; and discusses the soldiers' specialist training, tactical excellence, and superb equipment.

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The French Foreign Legion is one of the world's most elite--and mysterious--military forces. This compelling history reveals the reality behind the legendary unit, from the battle of Algeria to the war against terrorism. It explores the legionnaire's ascetic lifestyle, with firsthand accounts; dispels myths about joining the Legion; describes the recruitment and selection process; and discusses the soldiers' specialist training, tactical excellence, and superb equipment.
Autorenporträt
David Jordan is Senior Lecturer at the Joint Services Command and Staff College, Shrivenham, where he teaches Intermediate and Advanced Staff courses. He joined the Defence Studies Department of Kings College London in June 2000 from the University of Birmingham. He is Chairman of the Board of Examiners for the MA in Defence Studies. His books include The Timeline of World War II and Wolfpack.