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Airborne forces - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (2706 words) |
 | Conversely, airborne forces typically lack the supplies and equipment for prolonged combat operations, and are therefore more suited for airhead operations than long-term occupation; furthermore, parachute operations are particularly sensitive to adverse weather conditions. |
| Three complete airborne divisions, the British 1st Airborne Division, and the US 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, and the Polish 1st Independent Parachute Brigade were dropped at various points along Highway 69, or "Hell's Highway", in order to create a "carpet" over which the British XXX Corps could rapidly advance. |
| Airborne forces are still a part of armies today with the 82nd Airborne Division being the largest formation of paratroopers in the world. |
| Airborne gun - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (75 words) |
| Airborne guns are airborne artillery pieces, designed for use by paratroopers. |
| They are similar to infantry support guns, and are generally capable of being broken down into smaller loads (for transport by aircraft and soldiers). |
| Airborne guns are largely outdated, their role being filled by mortars and wire-guided missiles. |
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