Around this time, 82 years ago, the 82nd Airborne was recuperating from 33 days of combat in Normandy. The paratroopers had earned every inch with blood and grit—but their mission wasn’t over. As they trained, they waited for the next call... Just eight weeks later, they would once again jump into enemy territory—this time into Holland, during Operation Market Garden. | The History of the 82nd Airborne in World War II

WATCH! Paratroopers from 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division jump from an Air Force C-130 during Large Package Week! (Footage courtesy of 1st Combat Camera Squadron) | 82nd Airborne Division

WATCH: The 82nd Airborne is Fast, Lethal, Agile, and Expeditionary. | 82nd Airborne Division

On D 8 — June 14, 1944 the 82nd Airborne Division, alongside the 90th Division, made a determined push towards St. Sauveur Le Vicomte. At 10 AM, with the 82nd on the left and the 9th Infantry on the right, they charged forward, overcoming fierce, hedgerow-to-hedgerow combat to seize the line of departure. This footage captures mortar men of the division providing crucial fire support from the Picauville area, while General Gavin meets with some of his commanders. 🌟 #WWII #DDay80 #AATW #History

World War II Veteran Jack Hugman watches 82nd Airborne paratroopers jump into La Fiere. #dday #normandy #ww2history #ww2 #neverforget | Walk Among Heroes