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The 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion was an elite and highly skilled airborne unit of the Canadian Army during the Second World War. Formed in July 1942 and disbanded in September 1945, it was officially part of the Canadian Army but operated under the British 6th Airborne Division, participating in some of the most significant operations of the war — including D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, and Operation Varsity (the Rhine Crossing).

Join the Canadian Airborne Forces Association's 1 Canadian Parachute Battalion Study Tour from 7-16 May 2027. Explore Normandy D-Day beaches, key battlefields in Europe, museums, and cemeteries with expert historians and veterans. Express interest via survey starting Oct 6, 2025.

Discover the September 2025 issue of The Maroon Beret, the official magazine of the Canadian Airborne Forces Association. Featuring veteran stories, historical insights, and community updates—now available digitally!