The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.

Shades of Beau Geste will be recalled with this life-like marching figure of a French Legionnaire. Depicted at the time of the Legion's legendary service in France's colonies, the figure has full equipment, including a miniature Lebel rifle, the Legion's standard weapon. Optional poses are suggested and a full painted guide is provided. - Taken from the 14th edition catalogue (1977)