Indochina War French DEVIL'S GUARD Headhunter Chasseur D'Hommes Patch

Description: This Indochina war machine embroidered patch measures 4" by 3". A valuable addition to your collection of war memorabilia items.The "Devil's Guard" or "Chasseur d'Hommes" (literally, "Man-Hunter") was a controversial unit of French soldiers and Foreign Legionnaires who fought in Indochina in the early 1950s. The unit was known for its brutal tactics, including the alleged practice of taking and shrinking the heads of enemy soldiers, which earned them the nickname "Headhunters."The Devil's Guard was initially formed in 1950 as a counter-insurgency unit to fight against the Viet Minh in the region. The unit was composed of soldiers with a reputation for being tough and ruthless, many of whom had previously served in the Waffen-SS during World War II. The unit was accused of carrying out atrocities against the local population, including torture and murder.The Devil's Guard's reputation for brutality earned them few friends, and they were eventually disbanded by the French military authorities in 1954. However, their legacy has lived on in popular culture, with several books and films, both fictional and non-fictional, depicting their exploits.It should be noted that the history of the Devil's Guard is highly controversial and disputed. Many historians question the veracity of some of the unit's alleged actions, including the practice of headhunting, and suggest that some of the stories about the unit may have been exaggerated or invented for propaganda purposes. Nonetheless, the Devil's Guard remains a highly controversial and intriguing chapter in the history of the Indochina War. Worldwide combined shipment is welcome to save you money. Please visit my 'EAZYCOLLECTIBLES' store for more great war items. Froo www.froo.com | Froo Cross Sell, Free Cross Sell, Cross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application

Price: 13.99 USD

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