Jump Boots in Foreign Countries
During WW2, the Fallschirmjager worn jump boots with side lacing. Side laced boots were also used by Czechoslovak Paratroopers after 1945.
Brazilian Paratroopers wear brown leather jump boots manufactured by Atalaia. Jump Boots in Portugal are manufactured by Proheral and are laced in a distinctive way not only for traditions but to increase ankle support during a parachute jump.
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