Sunday, July 21, 2013

Military

The Commando Jaubert storming a ship in a mock assault

Active units based nearby Lorient:

Naval Commandos (Commando marine): the special forces of the French Navy. Accordingly, it is one of the most selective unit among the French armed forces, equivalent in their mission and affiliation to Navy SEALs or Special Boat Service. Five out of the six existing naval commandos are based in Lanester, just across the Scorff river from Lorient. Lann-Bihoué Naval Aviation Base: Five flottilles are based in Ploemeur. Their tasks include airborne early warning, maritime patrol and air-sea rescue.

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