Griffon, a new multi-purpose armoured tank for the French Army "A page in history is being written," says France's Minister of the Armed Forces, Florence Parly, as the French Army receives delivery of its first 'Griffon' armoured tank. These robust, multi-role vehicles are intended to replace an ageing fleet of armoured front vehicles (VABs) currently used by the country's defence forces. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES