Français par le sang versé (French by the blood shed)

[Vince S]

An interesting docu about the struggle of the Legionnaires to get their French citizenship when wounded in harms way for France.

Sadly only in french, but for those who understand the language, a good watch

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ipb3L9ZOMB0

[Fisker]

I thought they got French citizenship after signing their contract?

[FinalFiend]

I thought they got French citizenship after signing their contract?

After 3 years of service they may apply for citizenship

[ubermensche]

After 3 years of service they may apply for citizenship

I heard it was 5.

[matfar]

It's definitely 3 years for good and loyal services, or immediately if you're wounded in action (by blood shed as the title says)

[iceberg]

Par le sang versé Its also an excellent book on our french legion during Indochine! I recommand you to read this book. Sacré Capitaine Mattei!

[Ronguild]

Merci for this excellent vid, moving.

[FinalFiend]

I heard it was 5.

the contract is 5