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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

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: Falcon Brigade, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, sends a message to our veterans, the Fayetteville community, and to our All American Families from Iraq in celebration of All American Week. The Falcons are playing a critical role in advising and assisting their partners in the Iraqi Army. Always remember that we have Paratroopers in harm's way. #FightTonight #AAW100 | 82nd Airborne Division