The collector's guide, brevets parachutistes francais =

the long version

A new publication that brings to the Airborne historian and collector a volume which presents the most comprehensive information on the French Commando to this date. The volume also contains a concise history of the little known or understood commandos units and operations. The volume’s most informative and detailed portions deal with the Commando history from pre-WW-II through the war then into the Indochina and Algerian wars. Subsequent chapters cover the Army, Navy-Marine and Air Force Commandos in addition to the Commando Training Centers. Over 1,150 Commando insignia are clearly illustrated in full color. This is a reference work that can be used by all militaria collectors but is an essential tool French and Special Operations insignia collector or historian