Fighting for the French Foreign Legion: Memoirs of a Scottish Legionnaire

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Fighting for the French Foreign Legion: Memoirs of a Scottish Legionnaire Lochrie, Alex Summary BATTLES & CAMPAIGNS. BATTLES & CAMPAIGNS. This is a very rare and fascinating accoun t of life as a modern day Legionnaire. The author describes how, with no French language ability, he approached recruiters for the French Foreign Legion in Paris and the demanding selection process that followed. When he was accepted, he and other prospective legionnaires were sent to Southern France to begin the harsh recruit training course. The mix of different nationalities and backgrounds among his fellows was enormous. New members are traditionally allowed to change their identities - the author chose to alter his age becoming 28 not 38! Elite paratrooper training followed in Corsica before the author earned his 'wings'. This is a completely authentic book that lifts the veil of mystery and myth and reveals much about the realities of service in the Foreign Legion. The author is not given to exaggeration - there is no need for it. A gripping read. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 176 pages · Paperback By Lochrie, Alex Details ISBN: 9781783376155 Author: Lochrie, Alex Format: Paperback Pages: 176 Language: English Publication date: 1 March 2014 Condition: New About the authors Lochrie, Alex and Alex Lochrie More about this book Reviews A rare and graphic insight into soldiering with the famous French Foreign Legion. A contemporary account covering active service with the Legion in Iraq, Bosnia and Chad. Show more