From the Test platoon in 1940 to Operation Desert Shield in 1990, this book traces the evolution of the Airborne concept. It's all here: parachute, glider, air assault, airborne troop carrier command; every aspect of Airborne is covered. Hundreds of photographs, an eight-page section of Airborne insignia featuring full color patches, a history of 31 Airborne units, & an index are all included in this excellent commemorative edition! Endsheets relive an airborne battle scene in full color.