École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr

The École spéciale militaire de Saint-Cyr, often referred to as Saint-Cyr, is France's prestigious military academy, established in 1802. It trains officers for the French Army and is known for its rigorous academic and military curriculum. Located in Saint-Cyr-l'École near Paris, the academy emphasizes leadership, ethics, and military strategy. Admission is highly competitive, and graduates typically hold ranks from lieutenant to general. Saint-Cyr has a long history and is regarded as an elite institution, producing many prominent military and political leaders in France. Its motto is "They shall not pass."