Naval fusiliers and commandos

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France's naval commandos have been used in 'external missions' (international peacekeeping operations) in the Balkans, Guinea-Bissau, Terres Australes, Djibuti, and several other deployments worldwide. Their structure, command, and systems are detailed.

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The military personnel of the Navy

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Nearly 18,000 fewer draftees will be lost to the Franch Navy by 2002, as the service becomes a voluteer professional force, with an initial contract of 8 years. An overview of the changing nature and demographics of French naval service is provided.

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The operational support of the fleet: the Navy's Supply Department

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The organization charts of the Central Directorate of the Navy's Supply Department reveal its logistical, technical, legal, and financial resposibilities for the branch, which comprises 2,570 personnel, of which 1,936 are civilians.

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