Unit History Flashcards
0
Q
When did the 1st U.S. Airborne unit deployed overseas?
A
JUN 10, 1942 @ Land’s End, England
1
Q
Who awarded the “right” to wear the red berets?
A
MG Sir Frederick A.M. Browning of the 1st Airborne Division
2
Q
Who was the 1st paratrooper killed during WW2?
A
1LT Dave Kunkle
3
Q
Lowest altitude jump in history?
A
143 ft. in England
