Military News: Russian Foreign Legion

The Russian Foreign Legion (RFL)is a new idea (2010) for the former Soviet power house, and is aimed primarily at recruiting the 25million or so Ethnic Russians that currently reside in former Soviet states. While bringing these Ethnic Russians back into the fold is the primary goal, any one who does not already hold duel citizenship can join (Provided they meet the requirements). Contracts will be for 5 years, and members will be eligible for Russian Citizenship after 3.

Opinion:While learning Russian would be cool, and serving in a Foreign Legion is always great for the adventurous among us who lament in the posh western lives we live, one must never forget that this is Russia we are talking about. Russia, while it has come leaps and bounds in terms of military professionalism and modernization since the since the 2008 Russian-Georgia War, the pay is still poor, the equipment antiquated, and moral is usually abysmally low due to a culture of abuse and alcoholism. If you are seeking adventure, the French Foreign Legion (FFL) is still going to be your better option.

Side note:
Currently no Internet or English related websites that substantiate recruitment or requirements for the RFL.

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