Groupment Autonome de la Legion Etrangère (G.A.L.E) puis 1º Régiment Etranger (1ºR.E.)

French Foreign Legion Badge

(Insigne Légion étrangère)

Groupement Autonome de la Légion Etrangère (G.A.L.E.) puis 1º Régiment Etrange (1º R.E.)

Foreign Legion Autonomous Group (G.A.L.E.) then 1º Foreign Regiment (1º R.E.)

Use from 1955 onwards.

Badge worn circa 1950's. Made by Drago. Gold background.

From the private collection of a former member of The Legion. (details will be provided if buyer requests).

Reference:

Badges of The French Foreign Legion 1923-1989 by Philippe Bartlett: Item #3

http://foreignlegion.info/units/