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Documentary

The Paras

1983 series following a group of new recruits - the 480 Recruit Platoon - as they train with the Parachute Regiment.

1. 480 Platoon (30 mins)

7. Down to Earth
The recruits embark on their first posting to County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. (1984)
35 mins
6. Ready for Anything
Training comes to an abrupt end with the platoon on 24-hour standby for Falklands. (1983)
30 mins
5. Wings
Parachute training for the 480 Platoon gets underway at RAF Brize Norton. (1983)
30 mins
4. P Company
Recruits in 480 Platoon go through a rigorous three day test, known as 'P Company'. (1983)
30 mins
3. Basic Wales
The recruits put their infantry theory into practice in the windy Welsh hills. (1983)
30 mins
2. The Maroon Machine
The Paras' basic training continues and they earn the right to wear maroon berets. (1983)
30 mins
1. 480 Platoon
The 480 Recruit Platoon begin training to become members of the Parachute Regiment. (1983)
30 mins