Military Parachutists Manual 1960

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A rare (in it’s original laced binding) large format, RESTRICTED, Cold War period manual, that was prepared jointly by the War Office and the Air Ministry. Published in 1960 to ensure that the effectiveness of parachute troops, as fighting units, was not impaired, and potential casualties did not jeopardise the success of operations. Subjects covered include Parachute Training, Parachutes, Airborne Equipment, Dropping zones, complete with numerous illustrations and plans.

This a facsimile copy of an original 1960 (Air Publication 4215) laced binding working copy that was amended with additions and extractions until December 1962.