Selects: Do People Really Run Off to Join the French Foreign Legion?

In this episode, Chuck and Josh dive into the fascinating and mysterious world of the French Foreign Legion, exploring who these tough soldiers really are and whether the legend of people running away to join them actually holds true. They trace the legion's origins back to 1831 when King Louis Philippe created this unique military force as a place for foreign dissidents and soldiers, and they explain the wild traditions that still exist today, like the iconic kepi hat and the practice of recruits taking on assumed names. You'll learn about the Legion's brutal first-year requirements, their continuous combat history, and why they're considered far more hardcore than the regular French army.