Saharan Troops beret badge – French Army

Standard-issue beret badge worn by the Saharan units of the French Army. This piece is dated 1961, a pivotal time for the French military presence in the Sahara, shortly before Algerian independence.

A direct witness to the history of the Saharan Troops — elite units specialized in desert operations, heirs to the Camel Corps companies and nomadic units of the Sahara.

Item details

• Type: Standard-issue beret badge
• Unit: Saharan Troops / French Army Saharan units
• Year: 1961
• Origin: France – authentic military surplus

Who is this for?

• Collectors of French militaria and standard-issue badges
• Enthusiasts of colonial and Saharan military history
• Museums, veterans' associations, and historical reenactment groups