Airborne forces are ground combat units carried by aircraft and airdropped into battle zones, typically by parachute drop. Parachute-qualified infantry and support personnel serving in …

The purpose of the BAC is to qualify the volunteer in the use of the parachute as a means of combat deployment and to develop leadership, self-confidence, and an aggressive spirit …

A timeline of the US Airborne's history, from the beginning to the end of World War II.

The 82d Airborne Division is an active-duty, modular airborne infantry division of the United States Army stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, specializing in joint forcible entry operations.

On 15 August 1942, the 82nd Infantry Division, now commanded by Major General Ridgway, became the first airborne division in the history of the US Army, and was redesignated as the …

Feb 15, 2025 · The 82nd Airborne Division is an active airborne infantry division of the United States Army specializing in joint forcible entry operations. Based at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, …

Apr 9, 2025 · Airborne Infantry Units are specialized military forces trained for rapid deployment via parachuting or air assault operations behind enemy lines. These units undergo intensive …

In June 1921, the 101st Infantry Division was essentially composed of men called for the federal service and placed in reserve unit. This division became the 101st Airborne Division (101st …

The 82nd Airborne Division is an active airborne infantry division of the United States Army specializing in joint forcible entry operations.

During the Vietnam War, the 101st Airborne Division fought in several major campaigns and battles, including the Battle of Hamburger Hill in 1969 and the Battle of Fire Support Base …