9 Things You Need to Know About the Army's 82nd Airborne Division

Today is officially #NationalAirborneDay! For the past 4 days we’ve highlighted the Division’s participation in major U.S. Army airborne operations! Now join us as we celebrate National Airborne Day and tell us why you’re proud to be #Airborne! | 82nd Airborne Division

It’s great to see our 82nd Airborne Division paratroopers building trained and ready forces that are highly mobile, flexible, and capable of supporting multiple missions. | U.S. Army Chief of Staff

82nd Airborne Static Line Jump

In recognition of the first U.S. Army Airborne Parachute jump, August 16,1940, today is known as #NationalAirborneDay or for us #AnotherGreatDayInTheAA!!! On 14 August 2002, it was officially declared by the President of the United States that August 16th would forever be known as National Airborne Day. Our Paratroopers continue to carry on this proud legacy and storied tradition, and stand ready to jump, fight and win anywhere in the world in 18-hours. It's what defines us. It's who we are. Hap