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History. Member of 3rd Battalion, Parachute Regiment showing Parachute Badge with Wings on his right sleeve. During World War II with forming of the first British Airborne units parachute training was a 12-day course carried out at the No. 1 Parachute Training School, RAF Ringway.
The Parachute Regiment, colloquially known as the Paras, is the airborne and elite infantry regiment of the British Army. The first battalion is part of the Special Forces Support Group under the operational command of the Director Special Forces.
The airborne wings, originating in 1942, holds immense significance within the military as a symbol of expertise and courage in airborne operations. Its design features stylized wings and an open parachute, reflecting the ability of paratroopers to conduct parachute jumps into combat zones.
The Basic Parachute Course for members of the British Armed Forces is conducted by the Parachute Training Squadron of the Airborne Delivery Wing, based at RAF Brize Norton. [1]
Insignia and uniform are important mechanisms for helping to identify military units and create esprit de corps. British Airborne Forces started to wear distinctive insignia shortly after their formation to assist in creating a collective identity and to distinguish between individual units.
Your one-stop shop for Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces gifts, kit and clothing. The official shop of SUPPORT OUR PARAS (The Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces Charity RCN1131977).
16 Σεπ 2017 · My collection of British Airborne forces insignia, part 1. The iconic parachute qualification wings, three examples of the WWII issued types, all a different variation.
