French Foreign Legion 1831–71 (Men-at-Arms)
An illustrated reference on the French Foreign Legion’s first forty years, covering uniforms, organization, and major campaigns from 1831 to 1871.
About This Book
This volume examines the early decades of the French Foreign Legion, covering its formation in 1831 through the Franco-Prussian War.
It details the unit’s evolving organization, distinctive uniforms, and equipment used by its multinational rank and file.
Campaigns in Algeria, the Crimea, Mexico, and metropolitan France are summarized with reference to period sources.
Color plates illustrate key figures and dress variations across the period.
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