South African Airborne Forces
The first South African airborne unit formed in August 1943 when an Air Force parachute platoon was established. It was disbanded before its training was completed.
Explore the index to reveal the campaigns, battles, equipment and organisation key to the Airborne Forces' story.
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The Airborne Shop is the official shop of Support Our Paras (The Parachute Regiment Charity RCN1131977).
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