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The Red Devils
'The Red Devils' are the 'Parachute Regiment Display Team'. The 'Red Devils' are serving 'Paratroopers' from 'Four Batalians' of the 'Parachute Regiment', who have volunteered to serve on the ' 'Display Team'.
The 'Red Devils' have very 'Humble Beginnings', the 'Display Team' was formed by the enthusiasm and dedication of Lt Edward Gardner in 1963. In 1964 he was appointed to 'Officer Commanding The Parachute Regiment Free Fall Team'.
There was no funding then, and nobody would 'Sponsor' a new venture. The members of the team had to buy their own kit, and jump platform by hiring 'APA's Rapide' or other civilian aircraft, funded by the members of the team's own finances.
'Valkyrie'
Lt Col Gilbert came up with the idea of buying their own aircraft and all 'Three Batalians' came together and gathered 'Interest-Free Loans' to buy their 'Rapid Aircraft'.
The aircraft was named ' Valkyrie'.
The aircraft is flown now as then by volunteer 'Civilian and Military Pilots'.
Around fifty displays were booked between May and October 1964 all the fees helped to pay back the loans.
By the end of 1964, 'The Red Devils' and 'The Silver Stars' were established.
Display Teams
'The Army' now has 'Four Parachute Display Teams', which are renowned all around the world.
'The Red Devils',' The Silver Stars',
' The Tigers' and 'The Lightning Bolts'
You can find more information about 'Parachute Display Teams by clicking on the
link below.
The Silver Stars
'The Royal Logistic Corps Silver Stars Army Parachute Display Team' dates back to 1963 when the first ever 'Parachute Display Team' was established.
'The Silver Stars Parachute Team' are used in 'Community Engagements' and recruitment for 'The Royal Logistic Corps' and the 'Army'.
It is a part-time team consisting of regular and reserve members from all over the UK, who come together for training and to take part in displays between April to October each year.
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The Falcons
'The Falcons' are the ' Royal Air Force Military Parachute Display Team', which is based at 'Brize Norton, Oxfordshire. The 'Display Team' perform at many venues throughout the UK and Europe. They have performed many times for 'The Royal Family' and 'Heads Of State'.
The Falcons have achieved success in many ways including setting records and performing exciting advanced maneuvers falling at 120 mph. Captivating audiences with their famous noncontact 'Canopy Stack'.
'Airborne Forces'
The Royal Air Force is responsible for training and supporting all 'Uk Airborne Forces'. A 'Falcon Team Member' as well as performing throughout the 'Display Season' undertakes continual training as a 'Parachute Jumping Instructor' in preparation for supporting
' The Parachute Regiment', 'The Royal Marines', and other ' Specialist Units'.
The Raiders
'The Raiders' are 'The Royal Navy Parachute Display Team'. which consists of experienced 'Parachutists' from across the 'Fleet'. Members of the team including every rank from 'Able Sea Man' to 'Lieutenant Commander' are currently represented.
The team is made up of volunteers, and they all have full-time jobs in addition to their 'Display Duties'.
Dedication
Each year in April the Royal Navy holds a 'Training Camp' where members of the team are selected (or re-qualified) to maintain their skills. Members of the team invest their personal time to perfect their skills out of 'Pure Passion and Dedication'.
'The Royal Navy Parachute Team' perform at all kinds of events from 'Air Shows', 'Sports Fixtures', 'Regattas', and many more.
'The Parachute Display Teams' are renowned all around the world. The 'Display Teams' represent the United Kingdom with 'Great Pride, Dedication, Talent, and Pure Passion'.
