45 years ago, in late May 1976, a helicopter transporting Foreign Legion elements crashed to the ground during a military exercise in the Horn of Africa. Six legionnaires died immediately; another two died from their injuries later. At the time, this was the deadliest day for the Legion since the end of the Algerian War in 1962. Although considerably forgotten these days, even in France, this sad event and its victims should be remembered.

For those interested, learn more about the tragic accident:
GOLE: 1976 Djibouti Helicopter Crash

La version française de l’article pour les lecteurs français :
Crash d’hélicoptère à Djibouti en mai 1976