Drawing recruits from all 48 states at the time of its inception, the 82nd Airborne earned the nickname βAll American.γ And indeed, from its beginnings in 1917 to its service today in Afghanistan and Iraq, the 82nd has remained the nationαs best-known--and most widely respected--airborne unit. This book traces the 82nd Airborneαs history from its roots in the 82nd Infantry Division to its current service.

Includes index.

History -- Organization -- Training -- Weapons -- Combat Aviation Brigade -- Global War on Terrorism.