1st Parachute Battalion (Australia)
1943–1946 unit of the Australian Army / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The 1st Parachute Battalion was a parachute infantry battalion of the Australian Army. Raised for service during the Second World War, it was formed in early 1943 from volunteers for airborne training. Despite achieving a high level of readiness, the battalion did not see action during the war and was disbanded in early 1946.
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1st Parachute Battalion (Australia) | |
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Active | 1943–1946 |
Country | Australia |
Branch | Australian Army |
Type | Airborne forces |
Role | Parachute infantry |
Size | Battalion |
Battle honours | None |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Lieutenant Colonel Sir John Overall |
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