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Parachute drop - 11th Bn The Parachute Regiment
Photograph of parachute drop. From album of 183 photographs with newspaper cutting and ephemera, 11th Bn The Parachute Regiment, 8th Bn Middlesex Regiment, TA, 1947-1957. Date: 1957
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11th 1947 1957 Airborne Boxcar Cutting Drop Ephemera Forces Middlesex Newspaper Operation Parachute Photograph Regiment
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This evocative photograph captures the thrill and excitement of a parachute jump made by members of the 11th Battalion of The Parachute Regiment during the late 1950s. The image is part of an album containing 183 photographs, newspaper cuttings, and ephemera that document the experiences of this Airborne Force unit from 1947 to 1957. The paratroopers are seen in mid-air, their parachutes billowing behind them as they descend from the open door of a C-119 Flying Boxcar, a type of transport aircraft commonly used for parachute operations. The backdrop of the image is a clear blue sky, dotted with white clouds, indicating a calm and ideal condition for a jump. The 11th Battalion of The Parachute Regiment was a Territorial Army (TA) unit, meaning that its members served part-time alongside their civilian occupations. The TA was formed in 1947, and the photograph is believed to have been taken during a training exercise or operational mission in 1957. Parachute drops were a crucial aspect of the Parachute Regiment's training and operations. They required a high level of skill, coordination, and teamwork, as well as the ability to adapt to various weather conditions and unexpected circumstances. This photograph serves as a testament to the courage and dedication of the paratroopers who served in this elite unit. The album in which this photograph is housed provides a valuable record of the history and experiences of the 11th Battalion of The Parachute Regiment during this period. It offers a unique insight into the daily life, training, and missions of the Airborne Forces, as well as the camaraderie and sense of community that existed among its members.
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