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Served for 3 years (1993 to 1996) as a Sub-Lieutenant in the Parachute Regiment of the Portuguese Army and in 2002 joined the 1st Foreign Engineer Regiment (1REG) of the French Foreign Legion. Had the honour of serving for 8 years as a Combat Engineer in the 1REG attaining the rank of sergeant and during this outstanding career gained extensive military training, operational experience in some of the world’s most gruelling and hostile terrains, leadership skills and the renowned esprit de corps. The esprit de corps forms the backbone of the strict solidarity that is shared by all legionnaires where respect, comradeship and courage become second nature. These are key and essential principles that are being brought forward into the HE sector. Consistently demonstrated high levels of skill and ability both as a team member and a valued team leader and instructor.