French Armed Forces Portal

The French Armed Forces are among the most powerful military forces in the world, ensuring national security and global defense operations. Comprising the Army (Armée de Terre), Navy (Marine Nationale), Air and Space Force (Armée de l’Air et de l’Espace), National Gendarmerie (Gendarmerie Nationale), and Strategic Nuclear Forces, France maintains a strong military presence worldwide. With advanced technology, a capable workforce, and a history of excellence, the French military plays a key role in NATO, EU defense, and global peacekeeping missions. 🛡️✈️🚢

Service branches

• French Army
• French Navy
• French Air and Space Force
• National Gendarmerie

History

Headquarters

Hexagone Balard, Paris

Leadership

Chief of the Armed Forces

• President Emmanuel Macron

Minister of the Armed Forces

• Sébastien Lecornu

Chief of the Defence Staff

• Général d’armée Thierry Burkhard

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