The Para's

The Para's

1982 BBC TV documentary about Parachute Regiment recruits undertaking their basic training. The programmes timing could not have been better as it began filming just prior to the onset of hostilities of the Falklands War. Some of those passing out went on to have long and distinguished careers they include Dean Ward (bobsleigh) and Rod Stoner.

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* [http://www.amazon.co.uk/Paras-Bill-Jones/dp/B00005UWOV The Para's DVD]

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