: Though organized as a regiment, it is colloquially called the Tercio , a name intended to evoke the 16th-century Spanish infantry that dominated European battlefields.
: It is considered one of the most prestigious units in the Spanish Army, alongside the Paratrooper Brigade (BRIPAC). LegiГіn EspaГ±ola rar
The Legion is famous for eccentricities that set it apart from typical military units: : Though organized as a regiment, it is
: The Legion is famously accompanied by a goat (or sometimes a ram) during parades. This tradition began during the Rif War, when soldiers would keep livestock for food but often grew attached to certain animals, eventually making them part of the unit. The Fastest March This tradition began during the Rif War, when
: Their informal nickname, Novios de la Muerte , stems from their official hymn and a culture that emphasizes a lack of fear toward death. Historical Foundations