103K views · 5.1K reactions |  Today in History: Footage of the 82nd Airborne Division boarding LST 212 on July 13, 1944, after the Normandy campaign. The division fought for 33 days without relief or replacements. Every mission was accomplished and no ground gained was ever relinquished. At this time, the first casualty count was 4,880. Let us honor their bravery and sacrifice.  #WWII #82ndAirborne #DDay80 | The History of the 82nd Airborne in World War II | Facebook

6.9K views · 231 reactions | Throughout American History, Women have persevered through cultural obstacles to help shape the world we know today. The 82nd Airborne Division Band and Chorus Honors Influential Women in American History by performing a duet. Joan Ruth Bader Ginsburg, born March 15, 1933, U.S. Supreme Justice 1993 until her death in September 2020. #WomensHistoryMonth #aatw #womenparatroopers #unbeatableLGOPs | 82nd Airborne Division | Facebook

The 82nd Airborne Division Chorus – Boots, Boots, Boots Also known as “The All-American Soldier”, this song has long stood as a symbol of the courage and unity of the 82nd Airborne Division. Sung by generations of paratroopers since World War II, it captures the spirit of those who trained, fought, and sacrificed in the name of freedom. This performance is shared in recognition of Sir David Marshall, who at 100 years remains a living link to that pivotal era. His life and service reflect the sam

National Airborne Day The first official Army parachute jump was on August 16, 1940. This validated the insertion of U.S. ground forces behind enemy lines. In 2001, President George W. Bush designated August 16 as National Airborne Day. All Americans, may you always have fair winds and soft landings! #NationalAirborneDay #AATW #ThrowbackThursday | 82nd Airborne Division

3.2M views · 34K shares | 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 | Facebook