FFL Ranks and Organizational Structure 2

Question 1

What is the FFL's overall commanding rank position called?

Accepted Answer

Commandant de la Légion Étrangère (General)

Answer

The FFL is commanded by a General officer holding the position of Commandant de la Légion Étrangère (Commander of the Foreign Legion).

Question 2

What is a 'caporal-chef' in the FFL hierarchy?

Accepted Answer

A senior corporal rank between corporal and sergeant

Answer

A caporal-chef is a senior corporal rank that sits between the basic corporal and the sergeant, serving as a key small-unit leader.

Question 3

Which FFL regiment is headquartered in Djibouti?

Accepted Answer

13th Foreign Legion Demi-Brigade (13e DBLE)

Answer

The 13th Foreign Legion Demi-Brigade (13e DBLE) is permanently stationed in Djibouti, serving as the Legion's East Africa presence.

Question 4

What is the role of a 'chef de section' (section commander) in the FFL?

Accepted Answer

A lieutenant commanding a platoon of approximately 30 Legionnaires

Answer

A chef de section is typically a lieutenant who commands a section (platoon) of approximately 30 Legionnaires.

Question 5

How many regiments/units does the French Foreign Legion currently maintain?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 11 regiments and units

Answer

The FFL maintains approximately 11 active regiments and units spread across France and overseas deployments.

FFL - French Foreign Legion Practice Test