On D 8- June 14, 1944 the 82nd Airborne Division, alongside the 90th Infantry Division, made a determined push towards St. Sauveur Le Vicomte. At 10 AM, they charged forward, overcoming fierce, hedgerow-to-hedgerow combat to seize the line of departure This footage captures mortar men of the division providing crucial fire support from the Picauville area, while General Gavin meets with some of his commanders. #WWII #DDay81 #AATW #History | The History of the 82nd Airborne in World War II

7.6K views · 199 reactions | On this day in 1984, this classic was released. During this time, 2nd Brigade Combat Team Paratroopers deployed to Sinai, Egypt to assist the Multinational Force and Observers. It was an international peacekeeping force overseeing the terms of the peace treaty between Egypt and Israel. What were you doing in 1984 and what are your memories of the "Rain?" #WaybackWednesday | 82nd Airborne Division | Facebook