On July 2, 2026, the French Army presented the Prix Pierre Schoendoerffer and Prix Sébastien Vermeille during a ceremony chaired by Army Chief of Staff General Pierre Schill. The Schoendoerffer award honored documentaries and reports that highlight Army values. Winners included Benjamin Poincenet for “Vrbanja,” Florian B. for “Estonia,” Geoffrey K. for “Soldats de France,” and Anne Mourges for “1974‑1918.” The Vermeille award recognized photo‑reporting excellence. Recipients were Caporal‑Chef Adrien C. for “La Légion est notre patrie,” Sylvia B. for “La maîtrise du froid,” and Cyrille J. for “CAESAR in Djibouti.” The ceremony highlighted the Army’s commitment to media coverage that promotes its values and operational achievements.
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