"With Honor and Fidelity"

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Colonel Nicolas Tokhadze's life story is a remarkable journey from Georgia to France, shaped by the turmoil of the Bolshevik occupation. After immigrating in 1921, he joined the French Foreign Legion, where he earned a distinguished reputation in Morocco. His bravery during World War II, particularly in the 1945 retreat from Indochina, showcased his leadership and valor. Rising to the rank of colonel, Tokhadze became the highest-ranked Georgian officer in the French army, receiving the prestigious Legion d'Honneur for his service.