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The Legion "Freedom of Russia" is a group of former servicemen of the Russian Armed Forces who were captured and decided to defend Ukraine against the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.[1]

Legion "Freedom of Russia"
White-blue-white flag insignia used by legionnaires
ActiveMarch 2022 - present
CountryUkraine
Typeforeign volunteers Battalion
Size100+
Engagements2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine
WebsiteTelegram


Personnel

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It is not known how many soldiers serve in the formation. During a briefing, a legion commander noted that the amount of legionnaires is large, but did not name the exact number for security reasons.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "The Legion "Freedom of Russia" was created in the Armed Forces of Ukraine: prisoners who decided to fight the Putin regime are fighting in it". The Times Hub. 2022-03-30. Retrieved 2022-04-05.
  2. ^ "There are many people who want to join Freedom of Russia Legion – Legion rep". Interfax-Ukraine. Retrieved 2022-04-05.