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The 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team standing in formation at Camp Toccoa before deployment.

The Epic Journey of the 517 Parachute Regimenta...

The origins of the 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team (PRCT) trace back to the birth of the 17th Airborne Division on March 15, 1943. This division’s parachute forces included the...

The Epic Journey of the 517 Parachute Regimental Combat Team

The origins of the 517th Parachute Regimental Combat Team (PRCT) trace back to the birth of the 17th Airborne Division on March 15, 1943. This division’s parachute forces included the 517th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the 460th Parachute Field Artillery Battalion, and Company C of the 139th Airborne Engineer Battalion. While...

From Origins to Excellence: The Early Days of A...

At the onset of World War II, Australia's small Permanent Army and its militia lacked any capability for parachute operations. However, the early successes of German paratroopers, particularly at Fort...

From Origins to Excellence: The Early Days of Australian Paras and their Training School Today

At the onset of World War II, Australia's small Permanent Army and its militia lacked any capability for parachute operations. However, the early successes of German paratroopers, particularly at Fort Eben Emael in Belgium in 1940, highlighted the strategic value of airborne forces and spurred Australia to develop its own....

The Elusive Blue Air Assault Beret

Blue Air Assault Berets: A Brief Chapter in Military History In the accounts of military tradition, berets have often stood out as symbols of honor and excellence, providing soldiers with...

The Elusive Blue Air Assault Beret

Blue Air Assault Berets: A Brief Chapter in Military History In the accounts of military tradition, berets have often stood out as symbols of honor and excellence, providing soldiers with an extra element of pride. They adorn soldiers' heads, signifying their commitment to a unique calling. While everyone in the...

Operation Dragoon: Allied Invasion of Southern ...

Operation Dragoon, originally codenamed Anvil, was the Allied invasion of Southern France that began on August 15, 1944. It was a critical complement to the D-Day landings in Normandy, aiming...

Operation Dragoon: Allied Invasion of Southern France in 1944

Operation Dragoon, originally codenamed Anvil, was the Allied invasion of Southern France that began on August 15, 1944. It was a critical complement to the D-Day landings in Normandy, aiming to open a second front and facilitate the liberation of France from Nazi occupation. This blog will provide details of...

Operation Musketeer: The Jump on the Suez Canal

The 1956 Suez Crisis, also known as the Second Arab-Israeli War, was a complex conflict involving multiple nations and interests. At its core, the crisis was a confrontation over control...

Operation Musketeer: The Jump on the Suez Canal

The 1956 Suez Crisis, also known as the Second Arab-Israeli War, was a complex conflict involving multiple nations and interests. At its core, the crisis was a confrontation over control of the Suez Canal, a crucial waterway for global trade and oil transport. Operation Musketeer, a unique joint military operation...

Reexamining D-Day Airborne Operations

The Stage is Set for the Most Pivotal Airborne in History As the grand strategy for Operation Overlord took shape, the Trident Conference in Washington in May 1943 became the...

Reexamining D-Day Airborne Operations

The Stage is Set for the Most Pivotal Airborne in History As the grand strategy for Operation Overlord took shape, the Trident Conference in Washington in May 1943 became the crucible where its fate was forged. The flanks of Normandy's beaches emerged as the cornerstones of liberation, demanding control to...

160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment - Th...

They were born out of a doomed operation, but their role has become irreplaceable. Their brothers in arms count on them in the most difficult of times while they remain...

160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment - The Night Stalkers

They were born out of a doomed operation, but their role has become irreplaceable. Their brothers in arms count on them in the most difficult of times while they remain the enemy’s worst nightmare. Battle-proven, always resilient, and lethal, they are highly respected among all the services and have often...

Operation Hump: 173rd’s Legendary Operation in ...

Soldiers take cover in a crater during the Vietnam War (Courtesy Photo/U.S. Army) Operation Hump is a legendary operation conducted jointly by Australian and American Airborne forces in Vietnam....

Operation Hump: 173rd’s Legendary Operation in Vietnam

Soldiers take cover in a crater during the Vietnam War (Courtesy Photo/U.S. Army) Operation Hump is a legendary operation conducted jointly by Australian and American Airborne forces in Vietnam. The Friendly composition consisted of the 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, as well as a battalion from...

Operation Restore Democracy: The Landing that N...

Operation Restore Democracy: The Landing that Never Happened In the early 1990s, Haiti's democracy was in constant crisis, and the island was being governed by unconstitutional leadership. The regimes kept...

Operation Restore Democracy: The Landing that Never Happened

Operation Restore Democracy: The Landing that Never Happened In the early 1990s, Haiti's democracy was in constant crisis, and the island was being governed by unconstitutional leadership. The regimes kept changing but lacked national and international legitimacy, leading to U.N. sanctions. The United States created a multinational force (MNF) to...

Battle of Yongju: The Battle of the Apple Orchard

Also known as the Battle of the Apple Orchard, the UN orchestrated the Battle of Yongju to fight back against the North Korean forces during the Korean war. In this...

Battle of Yongju: The Battle of the Apple Orchard

Also known as the Battle of the Apple Orchard, the UN orchestrated the Battle of Yongju to fight back against the North Korean forces during the Korean war. In this offensive maneuver, the US 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team—or the US 187 RCT was called on to move in front...

Airborne Equipment: The Waco CG-4A Glider

During World War II, the U.S. Army Air Forces utilized military gliders as a method of delivery to battle. These one-time use, engineless aircraft were towed in pairs near to...

Airborne Equipment: The Waco CG-4A Glider

During World War II, the U.S. Army Air Forces utilized military gliders as a method of delivery to battle. These one-time use, engineless aircraft were towed in pairs near to the front lines of battle, typically by a Douglas C-47 military transport aircraft, carrying troops or supplies to bolster advancing...

Over 100 years of bravey: The 173rd Airborne Br...

The 173rd Airborne Brigade is a United States Army airborne infantry brigade formed on 12 June 1917 at Camp Devens, Massachusetts. It is one of the oldest airborne units in...

Over 100 years of bravey: The 173rd Airborne Brigade

The 173rd Airborne Brigade is a United States Army airborne infantry brigade formed on 12 June 1917 at Camp Devens, Massachusetts. It is one of the oldest airborne units in the United States Army and has a rich history of service and combat operations. A WORLD AT WAR During World...

U.S. Soldiers and Marines Conduct Jump Ops in t...

From August 21st until September 1st, 2023, troops from 21 allied and partner nations joined forces with the U.S. Armed Forces to conduct one of the most extensive airborne exercises...

U.S. Soldiers and Marines Conduct Jump Ops in the Caucasus

From August 21st until September 1st, 2023, troops from 21 allied and partner nations joined forces with the U.S. Armed Forces to conduct one of the most extensive airborne exercises of the year. The exercise's objectives became even more relevant in light of Russia's aggression on Ukraine, focusing on security...

The 503d PIR: The Path from Pioneer Paras to Le...

The 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment needs no formal introduction. It is one of the most decorated and overachieving units in the airborne world. It all started as the 503d Parachute Battalion in...

The 503d PIR: The Path from Pioneer Paras to Legendary Combat Jumps

The 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment needs no formal introduction. It is one of the most decorated and overachieving units in the airborne world. It all started as the 503d Parachute Battalion in Fort Benning, Georgia, but they were in high demand, so they ended up in the Pacific during WWII. Eventually, they moved...

Fourth Time is a charm? The Polar Paratroopers

The 11th Airborne Division is back for the fourth time in its history. Although the newest established division in the Army, their history is rich, full of battles, and epic...

Fourth Time is a charm? The Polar Paratroopers

The 11th Airborne Division is back for the fourth time in its history. Although the newest established division in the Army, their history is rich, full of battles, and epic victories. The recently named Arctic Angels are in charge of highly significant areas in the world, the Arctic and the...

Operation Market Garden: A Failure of Planning,...

Operation Market Garden was a World War II military operation that was conducted by the Allied forces in September 1944. The operation was intended to be a bold and decisive...

Operation Market Garden: A Failure of Planning, Intel, and Coordination

Operation Market Garden was a World War II military operation that was conducted by the Allied forces in September 1944. The operation was intended to be a bold and decisive strike that would bring an end to the war in Europe. The plan was to drop paratroopers behind enemy lines...

A Brief History: The Ukrainian Airborne Forces

Ukrainian paratroopers are a specialized unit of the Ukrainian Armed Forces responsible for conducting airborne operations, including parachute drops and air assault operations. These highly trained and dedicated military personnel...

A Brief History: The Ukrainian Airborne Forces

Ukrainian paratroopers are a specialized unit of the Ukrainian Armed Forces responsible for conducting airborne operations, including parachute drops and air assault operations. These highly trained and dedicated military personnel play a vital role in the defense and security of Ukraine, and are prepared to meet the challenges of modern...

Veteran's Day Around the Community

Veterans are considered living proof of the many sacrifices made by a distinct group of individuals to dedicate their existence to defend their nation and its’ way of life. Celebrations...

Veteran's Day Around the Community

Veterans are considered living proof of the many sacrifices made by a distinct group of individuals to dedicate their existence to defend their nation and its’ way of life. Celebrations of Veterans Day worldwide occur in many ways and on different dates; however, in essence, it symbolizes the ideals and...