Comic books are a fantastic storytelling tool. Through their drawings and dialogue, they bring often complex stories to life while reaching a wide audience. The Foreign Legion, with its rich history, traditions, and human adventures, has inspired several comic book authors. Some of these works have become essential reading for fans of military stories and contemporary history.
We offer a selection of comic books about the Foreign Legion, as well as a look at the place this unique institution holds in comics. Read More...

By Antoine Marquet

I just read on Facebook the dismay of a former platoon leader who "dared"—poor fellow!—to politely offer his opinion on another veteran's page about a general highly regarded by that veteran. He was immediately insulted, harassed, and then blocked, without even being given the right to reply. A fine display of open-mindedness toward a fellow legionnaire who served under the general in question, while the one who was crying out like a startled virgin was already retired… and undoubtedly less entitled to give his opinion. The triennial congress of the FSALE and its affiliated associations was held this summer at the 4th Foreign Regiment, the Legion's philosophical crucible, where the common herd who had the courage to "walk through the door" is transformed into a legionnaire. Then, within his future regiment, he becomes a seasoned soldier, hardened daily by demanding training that prepares him for the toughest battles.

Then comes the return to civilian life. A new world opens up to him, and he can, if he wishes, join an association of former legionnaires.

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The days are getting shorter, the temperatures are dropping. There's no doubt about it: Christmas is approaching. Children and grown-ups alike will soon be writing that famous letter to Santa Claus.
Some will have the brilliant idea of ​​ordering a telescope, a chance to travel into space and escape from earthly worries.
With a little over 60 years of experience, may I offer some useful advice to these future astronomers? For years, I've organized practical evenings for the setup of telescopes sold by chain stores, whose salespeople, despite the inscription on the back of their T-shirts, are not necessarily experts in the field. What should you choose?
First of all, I'm clear: the most important thing in a refractor or telescope is its mount. It sounds strange, but that's how it is. Lightweight mounts, made of plastic or aluminum, should be avoided. We observe the sky OUTSIDE, therefore, exposed to the slightest breeze. If your instrument experiences even the slightest tremors, this refractor, this telescope, will soon end up in the back of the garage. Disgusted.

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