82nd Airborne

American soldiers in combat during Operation Urgent Fury

Operation Urgent Fury: A Turning Point in U.S. Special Operations History

On October 19, 1983, a group known as the Revolutionary Military Council (RMC) executed Grenadian Prime Minister Maurice Bishop and several key advisors. The

13 years ago

by Eric Sof

The 82nd Airborne Division 5 — A soldier from 82nd Airborne Division takes cover during a controlled detonation (Photo: Reuters)

Death from Above: The 82nd Airborne Division’s Role in Modern Warfare

The 82nd Airborne Division is a highly respected and elite unit within the United States Army, renowned for its specialized role in parachute assault operations. Despite not being classified as a special

13 years ago

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