FFL Rules, Regulations and Code of Conduct 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the FFL regulation regarding a Legionnaire's personal appearance and grooming?
- Strict standards requiring short hair, shaved face (or regulation mustache), and clean uniform (Correct answer)
- No grooming standards exist in the Legion
- Beards are permitted when deployed
- Hair length is at personal discretion
Correct answer: Strict standards requiring short hair, shaved face (or regulation mustache), and clean uniform
The FFL enforces strict grooming regulations including short hair, shaved face or neatly trimmed mustache, and impeccably maintained uniforms.
Question 2: Under what circumstances may a Legionnaire legally refuse an order?
- If the order constitutes an obvious war crime or violation of the laws of armed conflict (Correct answer)
- Never — all orders must be followed
- If the Legionnaire disagrees with the tactical decision
- Only if the order comes from a foreign officer
Correct answer: If the order constitutes an obvious war crime or violation of the laws of armed conflict
Under French military law and international humanitarian law, a Legionnaire must refuse an order that constitutes an obvious war crime.
Question 3: What is the FFL regulation on Legionnaires holding political activities or affiliations?
- Political activities are strictly forbidden while in service (Correct answer)
- Legionnaires may vote but not campaign
- Political affiliation is encouraged for morale
- Only officers may hold political views
Correct answer: Political activities are strictly forbidden while in service
FFL regulations strictly prohibit active political activities and public political expression while in service, maintaining military neutrality.
Question 4: What is the significance of the 'Contrat de légionnaire' (Legionnaire's contract)?
- It is a binding legal agreement outlining duties, rights, and obligations for 5 years (Correct answer)
- It is a verbal oath only, with no legal force
- It covers only pay and leave entitlements
- It is signed only by officers, not enlisted men
Correct answer: It is a binding legal agreement outlining duties, rights, and obligations for 5 years
The Légionnaire's contract is a legally binding 5-year agreement outlining all duties, rights, conduct standards, and obligations of military service.
Question 5: What rules govern a Legionnaire's use of social media?
- Strict guidelines prohibit sharing location, operational information, or classified content (Correct answer)
- Social media is freely permitted without restriction
- Only photos of training are prohibited
- Social media is completely banned for all Legionnaires
Correct answer: Strict guidelines prohibit sharing location, operational information, or classified content
FFL regulations include strict social media guidelines prohibiting sharing of operational locations, classified content, or information that could compromise security.
Question 6: What is the FFL regulation regarding marriage during the initial enlistment period?
- Legionnaires must obtain command authorization to marry during their first contract (Correct answer)
- Marriage is freely permitted at any time
- Marriage is permanently forbidden for Legionnaires
- Only officers require marriage authorization
Correct answer: Legionnaires must obtain command authorization to marry during their first contract
During their first contract, Legionnaires must obtain authorization from their commanding officer before getting married, reflecting the regiment's close oversight of personal life.
FFL Rules, Regulations and Code of Conduct 2
What is the FFL regulation regarding a Legionnaire's personal appearance and grooming?