103K views · 5.1K reactions |  Today in History: Footage of the 82nd Airborne Division boarding LST 212 on July 13, 1944, after the Normandy campaign. The division fought for 33 days without relief or replacements. Every mission was accomplished and no ground gained was ever relinquished. At this time, the first casualty count was 4,880. Let us honor their bravery and sacrifice.  #WWII #82ndAirborne #DDay80 | The History of the 82nd Airborne in World War II | Facebook

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The 82nd Airborne Division Chorus – Boots, Boots, Boots Also known as “The All-American Soldier”, this song has long stood as a symbol of the courage and unity of the 82nd Airborne Division. Sung by generations of paratroopers since World War II, it captures the spirit of those who trained, fought, and sacrificed in the name of freedom. This performance is shared in recognition of Sir David Marshall, who at 100 years remains a living link to that pivotal era. His life and service reflect the sam

National Airborne Day The first official Army parachute jump was on August 16, 1940. This validated the insertion of U.S. ground forces behind enemy lines. In 2001, President George W. Bush designated August 16 as National Airborne Day. All Americans, may you always have fair winds and soft landings! #NationalAirborneDay #AATW #ThrowbackThursday | 82nd Airborne Division

3.7M views · 18K reactions | Ever wonder what it's like to jump out of an airplane? Check out this Go Pro footage of 82nd Airborne Division paratroopers jumping from an airplane during training. Video by Sgt. William Reinier | U.S. Department of War | Facebook

British Paratroopers from The Parachute Regiment make the longest flight to jump ever as they parachute into Poland alongside the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division and Polish troops from 6 Brygada Powietrznodesantowa on Ex Swift Response. Read more: http://bit.ly/1VLEwoM | British Army