Jumpmaster Jim Matchin never expected to attend airborne school. During the war, he made five jumps into Vietnam and was offered the role of jumpmaster shortly after his return home. In 1974, he was present at a pivotal moment in airborne history, serving as jumpmaster for the first five women to graduate from jump school. Video by Capt. Jennifer French 173rd Airborne Brigade #airborne #jumpmaster #army #armystrong #vietnamwar #chosencompany #militaryhistory | National Veterans Memorial and Muse

Together in history, united in the future 🤝 Nearly 80 years ago, citizens of Vicenza and U.S. troops celebrated their victory in the 1945 Battle of Vicenza during World War II. This victory highlighted the enduring friendship and sense of community shared between the American forces 🇺🇸 and people of Vicenza 🇮🇹 #StrongerTogether #FlashBackFriday #Unity | 173rd Airborne Brigade