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Who was the first person to drop out of an airplane in the Battle of Normandy World War 2?
I believe an officer of the 101st airborne took that credit, but don't recall his name
What lessons did the Vietcong learn during Operation Chopper?
This was the VC's first large scale engagement with helicopter borne combat troops, which occurred in 1962. Helicopter warfare WAS NEW to the world. Airborne Infantrymen (paratroopers) were born during WWII, the US Army experimented with the new concept of "Airmobile" (helicopter borne) Infantrymen during the early stages of the Vietnam War. By the time of the Ia Drang Battle in 1965 (see film: "We Were Soldiers...), the doctrine of Airmobile Divisions were now validated, and the US Army's 1st Cavalry Division became the 1st Air Cavalry Division. Later, the 101st Airborne Division would become the 101st Airborne (Airmobile) Division. The 101st Airborne was allowed to retain it's "Airborne" tab (above the shoulder patch Eagle's head), instead of replacing it with the "Airmobile" tab. In 1962, the communists learned how to determine how many choppers were enroute to their position, by the sound of the engines; they learned that if air activity was high over a certain area (aerial reconnaissance), then to be prepared for an air assault within that area. They learned that choppers can return machingun fire, and where those weapons can be positioned on the helicopter. They learned that if obstacles are placed on the LZ (Landing Zone) then the birds MUST disembark their infantrymen from the "hover" (without touching the ground). For anti-aircraft gunners, they learned some idea, about how long a helicopter would stay in the kill zone, while disembarking it's men.
How was the 101st organized?
I can't tell you.how the 101st division was formed, but I can tell you,it was a great outfit,you could see the, 101st shoulder patch,just about every where (EUROPE and next the Pacific) I was NAVY ,but I saw a lot of the 101st,especially the air born division; I felt very proud of them! Flyboy752 GeorgeI cant tell you how they were formed but I can tell you that they were first used, in great numbers, on D-Day. They were sent by the thousands, they got scrambled on the ground and they went with other divisions or squads and they sometimes formed their own squad. I cant answer the question but I do nknow that the 101'st airborne was very prosperous during WW2, and very helpful during D-Day. Im sorry I cant answer it, I would keep asking.See wingsofliberation.nl for info.See also www.101airborneww2.comSee the official WWII unit history booklet at http://www.lonesentry.com/gi_stories_booklets/101stairborne/index.html for a good summary.The Airborne Division was a light infantry division. Thus it had fewer companies and not as many support units. The typical Infantry Regiment of a DIVISION consisted of 3 battalions that contained 4 companies each, with one being a heavy weapons company. Then in addition, it had a Cannon company and a Anti-Tank Company.The Parachute Infantry Regiment contained 3 battalions of 3 companies each.Here is a order of battle for the 101st Airborne Divsion.502d Parachute Infantry Regiment506th Parachute Infantry Regiment[assigned in 1 Mar 45 reorganization]327th Glider Infantry Regiment401st Glider Infantry Regiment [disbanded in 1 Mar 45 reorganization]SUPPORT units101st Parachute Maintenance Battalion326th Airborne Engineer Battalion326th Airborne Medical Company81st Airborne Antiaircraft Artillery Battalion101st Airborne Division Artillery321st Glider Field Artillery Battalion377th Parachute Field Artillery Battalion463d Parachute Field Artillery Battalion [assigned in 1 Mar 45 reorganization]907th Glider Field Artillery BattalionSpecial Troops801st Ordnance Company426th Quartermaster Company101st Signal CompanyMilitary Police PlatoonHeadquarters CompanyReconnaissance PlatoonBand [assigned in 1 Mar 45 reorganization]Reference Linkhttp://www.ww2-airborne.us/18corps/101abn/101_order_battle.html
First airborne invasion in history?
The failed Airborne German Invasion of the Hague on 10 May 1940 was an attempt to capture the Netherlands government and the Royal family in tact.
What impact did the US airborne division have on World War 2?
Answer That is a good question for discussion. First thought is that the US Airborne Division was smaller than an Infantry Division, so it would naturally have less impact. They were well trained and had great equipment, but because of the nature of being airborne, they were more lightly armed than an equivalent infantry squad or platoon. The planners thought the paratroopers would be a great advantage when assaulting an enemy position but they results did not substantiate this. Some of this is due to the fact that the airborne units suffered losses during their jump and many were scattered over a broad area that made them less effective. On the other hand, the airborne troops were very mobile and versatile unit that could be deployed in an instant to the place where it was needed. Airborne troops were sent to "plug the hole" at Salerno, Anzio, and Battle of the Bulge. The paratroopers were trained to think and fight on their own. They expected to be out numbered and surrounded.
What nickname beginning with The Screaming is The US Army's 101st Airborne Division known as?
The 101st Airborne Division ("Screaming Eagles") is an elite modular specialized light infantry division.It began in WW2. At first, it was an "experimental unit" with predictions of up to 80% of the men could die (but that many did not die).
Who was the first person to drop out of an airplane in the Battle of Normandy World War 2?
I believe an officer of the 101st airborne took that credit, but don't recall his name
Was the 82nd Airborne in the Korean War?
No, the 101st Airborne Division was not called up to Korea during the conflict, however elements of the 101st were grouped with elements from other divisions to form special units like LRRPs (Long Range Recon Patrols) etc.
Were the 101st and 82nd airborne units in World War 2 also Rangers?
The airborne units and the ranger units were separate and distinct during WW II and are still that way today. However, many of those who went to ranger training and became part of the units came from the ranks of the 82nd and 101st. In today's army it is required that all candidates for ranger school first become airborne qualified. *Added* Many of the initial cadre of the initial Rangers, 1st Ranger Battalion under Brig. Gen. (Then Lt Col) William Orlando Darby, came from the Red Bull Division, 34th ID.
Did the ist cav div in Vietnam make any combat jumps?
Negative, the first cav was the Army's airmobility force. They were not an airborne(paratrooper) unit. I believe that the only large scale jump was made by the 101st in 1967.
Can you go from the 101st Airborne to 75th Ranger regiment?
Yes, you can, although the likelihood of your chain of command facilitating it is questionable. If you were lower enlisted, you'd have to attend RIP. If you're an NCO or officer, you'd have to have attended and completed Ranger School first.
How old was kobe bryant when first enterd the nba?
17 years old.
Who are the main characters in the journal of Scott pendleton Collins?
The main characters in "The Journal of Scott Pendleton Collins" are Scott Pendleton Collins, a soldier during World War II, and his unit members in the 101st Airborne Division. The journal follows their experiences and challenges during the war, providing a first-person account of their struggles and triumphs.
When was First Allied Airborne Army created?
First Allied Airborne Army was created in 1944.
When did First Allied Airborne Army end?
First Allied Airborne Army ended in 1945.
How heavy was Yokozuna when he first entered WWF and when he left?
Yokozuna Was 285 Pounds When He first enterd WWF and 580 when he left!! :)
When was the first Tour de France race?
The first Tour de France took place in 1903. It was not held during the World Wars, and the Tour 2014 is the 101st of the race since the beginning. The first Tour was won by Maurice Garin.
