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3 PARA

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3 PARA

@3PARA

Official page of the 3rd Battalion @TheParachuteReg, an #airborne infantry battalion within the @BritishArmy’s @16AirAssltBde.

Merville Barracks

army.mod.uk/who-we-are/cor…

Born June 22, 1940

Joined August 2011

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Jul 5, 2020
5 July 2006 Private Damien Jackson, aged 19, of 3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, died from injuries sustained in a firefight with Taliban forces in Nahr-e Saraj, Helmand Province. Lest we ever Forget this brave young man who gave his all.
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Aug 20, 2020
On 20 August 2006 Corporal Bryan Budd, of @3PARA led his section in a manoeuvre against Taliban insurgents in Sangin. He and his men rushed the insurgents position in order to regain the initiative, and although injured, he continued to attack.
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Sep 6, 2020
In July 2006 a small but potent taskforce from 3 PARA deployed to hold a high ridge feature in the north of Helmand Province near the Kajaki Dam.
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Oct 15, 2022
It is with deep sadness that we must announce the passing of one of our own, Sgt Dean 'Waldo' Walton. Waldo was a true 3 PARA man and although he spent several years in the Red Devils doing what he loved the most, he was first and foremost a talented paratrooper.
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May 28, 2023
Remembering those brave souls from our fellow Bn #2PARA during the bloody battle for Goose Green on the Falklands in 1982. Ready for anything 🇬🇧 We will remember them #2para #falklands #goosegreen
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Jun 11, 2020
To the class of ‘82, who were on the start line 38 years ago, undoubtedly calling on every ounce of courage in you, we, your successors, salute you & the determination you showed to get up, drive forward, & win against any odds. #FW82 #theparas #legacy
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Jul 10, 2020
American C130 from Ramstein, Germany, British PJI’s from RAF Brize Norton. Interoperability at its best. 3 PARA parachuting this morning onto Fox Covert DZ. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 #airborne #paras #versatile #readyforanything #AATW
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Feb 10, 2022
Every man an Emperor: our unit medical officer has not only earned his maroon beret after completing AAPPS, or ‘P Company’, but has received the top student award of ‘P Company Champion’. What an ally Doc! 🟩#Airborne @TheParachuteReg @16AirAssltBCT
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May 6, 2023
🇬🇧 #kingscoronation2023 #theparas #theparachuteregiment #KingCharles #CoronationWeekend #Coronation
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May 8, 2020
Today we think back to those who wore the maroon beret before before us and celebrate their contribution to victory in Europe. To the Greatest Generation we thank you and continue to take inspiration from your unconquerable example! #TheParas #VEDay75 #VEDay2020 🇬🇧
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Jun 19, 2020
If you need a hand to get over a wall or out of a ditch, please reach out or say something. Serving or retired, there is always a hand to help, a shoulder to stand on, or a mate who’ll get in the ditch with you until you’re ready to get out. CC1: check on your muckers.
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May 25, 2021
On this day in 1971, Sgt Michael Willetts 3 PARA, selflessly gave his life to protect civilians from the blast of a terrorist’s bomb. He was posthumously awarded the George Cross. His courage & selfless commitment are an example to us all. We will remember.
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Mar 29, 2023
Remembering one of our own, Sgt Matt Tonroe, #3PARA and UKSF killed in action on Operations 5 years ago today. Ready for anything 🇬🇧🟩 #theparas #theparachuteregiment
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Mar 19, 2023
20 year anniverary of #OPTELIC. 1 and 3 PARA veterans still serving who took part in the invasion of Iraq 2003. Ready for anything 🇬🇧🟩 @TheParachuteReg #theparas #Iraq20YearsOn #paratroopers @supportourparas @PRA_Airborne @16AirAssltBCT #paras @BritishArmy
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