Today is #NationalAirborneDay! On this day in 1940, the first successful official @USArmy parachute jump took place at @FortBenning. This led the way to a new and innovative combat strategy for our troops.
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Congress designated August 16 as a day to honor our nation’s prestigious airborne forces of the U.S. Armed Forces. In 2001, former President George W. Bush created this National Day.
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Be sure to thank a #paratrooper today, like #TegaCay Mayor and retired Lt. Col. David O’Neal who served with the 82nd Airborne Division, for their heroic actions and sacrifices that keep us safe home and abroad.pic.twitter.com/tDZtbdFGpO
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