Camerone Day and the hand of Captain Danjou
Fête de Camerone et la main du capitaine Danjou. Camerone Day marks the most significant event in the French Foreign Legion’s history, the Battle of Camerone. It became a symbol of bravery and the determination to fight to the finish. The battle occurred in Mexico on April 30, 1863. A Legion company, consisting of 3 officers and 62 legionnaires led by Captain Jean Danjou, faced almost 2,000 Mexicans. Captain Danjou and his men refused to surrender and continued to fight until their ammunition ran out. At the end of the battle, only three combat-ready legionnaires were left.This is what we must do today be always ready to fight to the finish.