National Guard

French military

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2018 National Guard projected to expand to an 86,000-member national reserve, supported by a 311-million euro budget.
2017 National Guard expected to grow to a 72,500-member force, with personnel drawn from reserves, private sector, and active personnel.
October 12 2016 French Cabinet officially reconstitutes the National Guard as the fifth service branch of the French Armed Forces after 145 years, under the Ministry of the Armed Forces.
2014 Terror attacks in France intensify, leading to discussions about re-establishing the National Guard.

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