The Folgore Parachute Brigade is the largest unit of paratroopers (paracadutisti) of the Italian Army; a second smaller unit is the 4th Alpini Parachutist Regiment. The name Folgore is Italian for lightning.
The Folgore (Thunderbolt) operates as Light Infantry, capable of both air-landing and parachute operations, and has a marginal mechanized role. It is part of the Projection Forces under the 1° Commando FOD.
Read more about Folgore Parachute Brigade: Origins, The Folgore Division, Nembo, The Folgore Brigade, "Folgore", 185th Regiment, Peacekeeping, Honors
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