The Paras 1940–84

The Paras 1940–84
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Publisher : Osprey Publishing
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ISBN-10 : 0850455731
ISBN-13 : 9780850455731
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Book Synopsis The Paras 1940–84 by : Gregor Ferguson

Download or read book The Paras 1940–84 written by Gregor Ferguson and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 1984-09-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Osprey's examination of the British Airborne Forces, from World War II (1939-1945) to the Falklands War (1982). On the night of 7 February 1941 the first British parachute unit was sent into action. Their target was the Tragino Aqueduct in Italy, and although the mission itself did not go to plan, the effect on Italian morale of this landing in the heart of their country was considerable. It was also a valuable achievement for the parachutists to have proved themselves in action, even on so small a scale, at a time when Britain was reeling from defeat to defeat. Since then, British Airborne Forces have proved themselves in action time and time again, in a variety of different theatres from Europe to the Falklands.


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