French Foreign Legion Pioneers Leather Uniform

Here's a closer look at French Foreign Legion Pioneers' uniforms during their traditional marching parades. These men are clad in large leather aprons; an accessory one might not typically expect to see in a military procession.

Another unconventional and personal aspect of the uniform is the requirement for each soldier to grow a beard, fitting the pioneer image. When viewed together, they appear as though they are prepared for some sort of butchering, though that's primarily due to the aprons!

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