Experience the grit and glory of the French Foreign Legion in this exclusive look behind the scenes of one of the world’s most elite and secretive fighting forces. Every Bastille Day (July 14th), the legendary Légion Étrangère steals the show on the Champs-Élysées. Known for their distinctive pace and reputation in the world’s deadliest conflict zones, these soldiers are icons of military excellence. But what does it actually take to wear the white kepi?