| Cookie Policy, Copyright War Memorials Trust Registered Charity Number: 1062255 | Site by History. Ant Middleton is a former member of the SBS. As part of the reductions, 131 Parachute Squadron was tasked with providing support to the parachute battalions, which each troop tasked with supporting a specific battalion. December 2001 saw a very quick deployment to Afghanistan, having only just returned from Macedonia. Worked with Consulting Engineering and Management company. The Royal Engineers trace their origins back to the military engineers brought to England by William the Conqueror and claim over 900 years of unbroken service to the crown. Major John Clark, Officer Commanding 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers, said: The multinational aspect is very important to military operations nowadays and we have strong links to our US . Drop Zone- area of Ranville-Le Hom, west of the bridges over . December 2001 saw a very quick deployment to Afghanistan, having only just returned from Macedonia. War Memorials These guys are so 'nails' they've managed to keep an exclusively 9 Sqn table in the cookhouse at Brompton Bks for over 20 years . 4th Parachute Squadron, Royal Engineers: 133 Parachute Field Ambulance, RAMC: Maj. A. F. Haynes (prisoner of war) Maj. A. J. M. Perkins (wounded and prisoner of war) Lt-Col W. C. Alford (prisoner of war) 156 Parachute Battalion: Based in and around Melton Mowbray. on the third Sunday of every second month from January, within The Royal British Legion, Central Branch, Rodney Street, Edinburgh. 1965-69. trips to Kenya, Libya and many exercises in England Scotland and Wales. They refer to themselves as 9 Para - everyone else refers to them as 9 Sqn in order that they are not confused with members of The Parachute Regiment. Aden, Borneo, Bahrain and Kenya: 1965 67 9 Parachute Squadron RE (often abbreviated to '9 Sqn' ), is an airborne detachment of the Royal Engineers, part of the British Army. 4th Parachute Brigade - Brigadier John (Shan) Hackett. 3 Troop, 9 Parachute Squadron, Royal Engineers, Exercise Waterleap, New Brunswick, Canada, 1986. Norway, Denmark and Singapore: 1959 1960 L/Cpl Ginge Moore, 2 Tp, 9 Para Squadron RE. Afghan children help 9 Para Sqn Royal Engineers to excavate the site of an old bridge, Afghanistan 2011, Engineers from 9 Para Sqn RE, put the finishing touches to a new bridge, Afghanistan, 2011. During the First World War the company served with the 4th Infantry Division, bridging the Rivers Marne and Aisne, as well as taking part in the Battle of the Somme. With the exception of two gliders that crash landed, the remainder of the unit landed safely at Arnhem, where they played an important role in the defence of the bridge. Aldershot, Cyprus and Suez: 1955 1957 In 1976, 16 Independent Parachute Brigade disbanded and 9 Independent Parachute Squadron RE became part of 36 Engineer Regiment, based at Maidstone. In true sapper tradition, the squadron was involved in the thick of the action from clearing minefields to repairing bridges. Regimental badges depicted on the upper left and right hand sides of the plaque and the Falkland Islands are depicted in the upper centre with a flag placed at the top corner of the island. It enplaned on the morning of 17 September 1944 and, except for two gliders that crashed, landed safely at Arnhem. Again as OC 1976-77. Northern Ireland, Germany and Guernsey: 1969 1970 However, because of an internal reorganisation, 299 Airborne Squadron was renamed as 299 Parachute Engineer Squadron became independent, now under Northern Command. Soldiers from 9 Parachute Squadron, 23 Engineer Regiment, patrolling in a Jackal vehicle, Afghanistan, 2010. Since then 299 Parachute Squadron soldiers have deployed on Operation Herrick in Helmand Province, Afghanistan in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009, serving as part of 16 Air Assault Brigade, 3 Commando Brigade and 19th Light Brigade. If you are currently a ParaData member please login. Their first airborne operation, OP FRESHMAN, was in Norway in 1942 where they were tasked to destroy a heavy water plant. The unit's first airborne operation was in Norway in 1942 when they were sent to destroy a heavy water plant. 9 PARACHUTE SQUADRON ROYAL ENGINEERS. Formed in 1947 as an airborne field squadron, 299 Para Sqn would see many reorganisations and new roles, until 2006 when it took on the parachute role it maintains today. Communications. Aldershot, Cyprus and Jordan: 1957 1959 10 Sep 2020. It is part of the 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment based at Rock Barracks the airborne Royal Engineers unit. Group photograph of 2 Troop, 9 Para Sqn RE taken aboard the troop ship MV Norland, 1982. The squadron recently returned home with the rest of 23 Engineer (Air Assault) from Afghanistan. It is part of the 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) based at RAF Woodbridge and is the only airborne Royal Engineers unit. More recently, personnel have also supported homeland resilience operations including Operation RESCRIPT in 2020 (COVID-19 response), Operation UNITY (Commonwealth Games 2022) and Operation BALLAM (Supporting state funeral for HM Queen Elizabeth II). Lieutenant Colonel Gerry Taggart (OC 1976-1978) suggested I should include a link to the World War II engineer parachute squadrons and glider-borne companies as they were the forerunners of the airborne engineers as we know them today. You can find them here -http://www.airbornesappersscotland.co.uk/. During the First World War the company served with the 4th Infantry Division, bridging the Rivers Marne and Aisne, as well as taking part in the Battle of the Somme. While in Norway 9 Field Company was reorganized, renamed 9thAirborne Squadron and redeployed to Palestine to join 6th Airborne Division, where its efforts included the clearance of the King David Hotel bombed by terrorists. bad or Poor condition or where there is a serious Concern. In 1995 the Squadron again deployed to Northern Ireland on a six month Op DESCANT tour. 9 Field Company RE (Airborne) became the engineer support for the newly formed 1st Air Landing Brigade, with about one third of the company being trained in the use of parachutes while the rest were trained as gliderborne troops. Members of the squadron also provided the vital infrastructure required to sustain such an operation, as well as constructing extensive force protection measures. For a good giggle, look at this (highly unofficial) website. Supporting the International Security Assistance Force on Operation FINGAL, the Squadron provided infrastructure and force protection as part of the Multi National Engineer Group. After the Falklands War, the squadron had tours in Belize, Kenya, the Falklands and Canada. In 1980 it sent a small party to take part in the Rhodesia Operation and another small group to assist with a joint Anglo / French operation in Vanuatu in the South Pacific. Pre-application enquiry form. The squadron remains the longest continually serving in-role fighting unit in Airborne Forces. Rejimen Askar Jurutera DiRaja was founded on 22 April 1953 at Balaclava Lines Kluang Garrison Johor, after the first recruitment of 37 people was made at the Recruitment Training Center in Port Dickson. Plain rectangular metal plaque mounted onto a rough hewn stone. Please come and join us at one of our meetings, you will be made very welcome. WO2. A vehicle overtook him and was blown up by a large culvert bomb. September 1998 saw the Squadrons first deployment to the Balkans, based for 6 months in Gornji Vakuf in support of the British led Multinational Division (South West). In 1982 and during OP CORPORATE in the Falklands, the Squadron, reinforced with a troop from 20 Field Squadron, supported 5 Infantry Brigade with its own 2 Troop supporting 3 Parachute Battalion. The next hundred years of the squadron's history is rather meagre, but it is known to have served in the Kaffir Wars, the Crimean War, Bermuda, Halifax, Nova Scotia and Hong Kong. On 2nd April 1982 Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands, a British Territory in the South Atlantic, followed the next day by an assault on South Georgia. History Graduated. 9 PARA 9 PARACHUTE SQUADRON ROYAL ENGINEERS HAND MADE VETERANS MESS PLAQUE. Between April October 2000, the squadron deployed on another tour to Northern Ireland, carrying out various tasks across the province and dismantling the famous golf towers of South Armagh. Aldershot 1948 1951 Airborne Engineers Association. The United States Military Academy (USMA) in West Point, New York, founded in 1802. Members of the Sqn also deployed on counter poaching operations in Africa as part of Operation CORDED 5 in 2019. Nowadays, he shares his Special Forces knowledge by figure heading Channel 4's SAS: Who Dares Wins - a forces favourite on the television calendar. While in Norway 9 Field Company was reorganized, renamed 9th Airborne Squadron and redeployed to Palestine to join 6th Airborne Division, where its efforts included the clearance of the King David Hotel bombed by terrorists. 9 Parachute Squadron has retained its airborne role continuously since 1942 and remains the longest serving in-role airborne unit in Airborne Forces. Brief aerial views precede road construction scenes in British countryside, with truck driven by paratrooper wearing red beret of the Parachute Regiment, and presumably a member of 9 Independent Airborne Squadron RE, part of 16th Parachute Brigade Group. | Privacy Policy Between July and November 1994, the Squadron served in Rwanda as part of the UNAMIR mission. Members of the squadron also provided the vital infrastructure required to sustain such an operation, as well as constructing extensive force protection measures. L/Cpl John Pashley, 9 Parachute Squadron RE, Falkland Islands, 1982. January 2003 saw the formation of 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) and with it the command change of 9 Parachute Squadron to the new Regiment and another deployment, this time on Operation TELIC to Iraq in 2003. 9 Parachute Squadron RE, as it was now called, was to remain in Aldershot to support the Parachute Battalions. In Palestine the squadron lost three men killed in action. Privacy Policy After 11 September, and much political and military indecision, 2 PARA and supporting elements from 16 Air Assault Brigade started to deploy to Afghanistan on 30 December on Op FINGAL, as part of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). On 9 July 1943 the Company, as part of 1st Airlanding Brigade, assisted in the capture of the Ponte Grande bridge at Syracuse in Sicily, fighting alongside the 1st Border Regiment and 2nd South Staffordshire Regiment. [3], The '9th', 1787-1960: The History of the British Army's Only Remaining Parachute Engineer Unit. 11.99 + 20.06 Postage. W C Hatton Ogm, Cpl R E Armstrong, Sgt J L Arthy, Wo M Atkinson, Cpl W J Begley, Sgt P A Bunker, Cpl R A Burns, Sgt P P Currass Qgm, Sgt W J Hughes, Sgt . 9 Parachute Squadron RE (often abbreviated to '9 Sqn'[1]) is an airborne detachment of the Royal Engineers, part of the British Army. 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers, recently deployed on Ex Falcons Amarante. In Rwanda, the squadron contributed to the stabilising of the difficult situation and to the rebuilding of the countrys infrastructure. In true sapper tradition, the squadron was involved in the thick of the action from clearing minefields to repairing bridges. The Squadrons history goes back to 1787, when the Chatham Company of Royal Military Artificers was raised at Chatham. During this operation, Sapper Ian Collins was killed by Macedonian youths. Supporting the International Security Assistance Force on Operation FINGAL, the Squadron provided infrastructure and force protection as part of the Multi National Engineer Group. Started and completed the construction of Royal Family Clinic (Tabuk, Saudi Arabia). Retired Brigadier Jon Mullin, who served as a Lieutenant in the 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers during the conflict, is marching with South Atlantic Medal Association 82. It is hoped that these will be covered by a voluntary minimum donation of 10 by all applicants at registration. Soldiers from 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers (RE) carried out the repairs on the bridge after being alerted to the damage and resulting problems by soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment (2 PARA), who regularly patrol the area. RM G5N5A3 - Members of the 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers, who are deploying to Afghanistan on 25/1/02, take part in exercises at the British Army Base in Aldershot. Over the next 25 years, in addition to Suez,it deployed on many different operationsincluding Cyprus, Bahrain, Aden, Radfan, and numerous times to Northern Ireland. On VE Day, 1st Airborne Division was ordered to Norway to accept the surrender of the 400,000 German soldiers there. September 1998 saw the Squadrons first deployment to the Balkans, based for 6 months in Gornji Vakuf in support of the British led Multinational Division (South West). I believe this was generally referred to as 9 Para, but I'm not sure if it has always been so? W D Tarbard Re, 22 SPECIAL AIR SERVICE. December 2001 saw a very quick deployment to Afghanistan, having only just returned from Macedonia. Since 1976 the squadron had been under command of 36 Engineer Regiment, However, January 2003 saw the formation of 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) and with it the command change of 9 Parachute Squadron to the new RHQ. 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Find out more about the Queen's Gurkha Engineers On this website BACK Latest from Instagram FOLLOW US Armed Forces Hindu Chaplain Acharya Krishan Kant A You can find a link to Trevor's 20 Sqn website for these guys herehttp://www.freewebs.com/20sqnrefalklands/, ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------, The Airborne Engineers Scotland branch now has 37 members who, although mainly reside in close proximity to Edinburgh, are spread the length and breadth of Scotland. The squadron, based out of Kabul, provided vital infrastructure and force protection in support of 2 PARA Battlegroup, as part of the Multi National Engineer Group. In addition, members of the squadron deployed on a UN mission to Cyprus. VAT View Details Add to Wishlist 210 - Plaque - Parachute Regiment 29.99 Incl. It is part of the 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment based at Rock Barracks the airborne Royal Engineers unit. 1st Parachute Field Squadron, Royal Engineers - Major Douglas. In addition, I acquired a number of personal memories, some written by officers and others by squadron other ranks. The Squadrons history goes back to 1787, when the Chatham Company of Royal Military Artificers was raised at Chatham. During this operation, Sapper Ian Collins was killed by Macedonian youths. After six weeks of intense training, the squadron provided the guard for Buckingham Palace, St. James's Palace and for the Tower of London. Neither party had any Infantry protection and had therefore to organise their own within their resources. It was under the command of the 7th Division during the Boer War. 9 Field Company RE (Airborne) returned to the UK in November 1943 to prepare for D Day. 1 Image Image Enlarge Details Members of 9 PARA Sqn RE prior to a jump with 321st Special Tactics Sqn June 2010 1 Image Buy Prints Image Enlarge Details A Husky on patrol from 23 Engineer Regiment RE, Afghanistan, 2011. Military Wiki is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. [12] Since 1995, all parachute jumps are carried out from powered aircraft. In 2000, the Squadron deployed on another Operation DESCANT tour to Northern Ireland. It was also suggested that the parameters of the history be extended beyond 1977 to include Operation Corporate, the re-taking of the Falkland Islands by British Forces in June 1982 after the invasion by Argentine Forces in April of the same year. easily identified by the large bowl of bananas and 2 spoons for cutlery. Airborne engineers decorated for Sinai peacekeeping mission, Airborne sappers mark Falklands anniversary, 9 Airborne Sqn RE Officers bound for Palestine 1947, 9 Airborne Sqn RE Officers bound for Palestine, 1947, Member of 9 Airborne Sqn RE in Palestine, 1947, Pegasus Village, built by self-help from 9 Para Sqn RE, Aldershot, 1959, 9 Para Squadron RE on parade in Aldershot, circa 1974, Major Gerry Taggart (Right) with SSM AM Roberts during his command of 9 Squadron, at Crossmaglen, 1976. Widely regarded by the rest of the Army as being 'more Reg than The Reg'. In order to cover set-up costs, including web space and frequent IT work, some modest costs are being incurred. http://www.arrse.co.uk/arrse_wiki/index.php?title=9_Parachute_Squadron_RE&oldid=48175. However, both gliders crash landed, and the few survivors were executed by the Gestapo. The outbreak of the Second World War in 1939 saw 9th Field Company RE in France once again, still as part of the 4th Division. It is part of the 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment based at Rock Barracks the airborne Royal Engineers unit. At the same time, members of the Squadron deployed on a UN mission to Cyprus. To write a full history of each unit would be a mammoth task and take many years to complete. Royal Engineers Mug Sapper Mug All Squadrons. 11th Parachute Bn - Lt Col George H. Lea. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place! 9 Parachute Squadron RE (often abbreviated to '9 Sqn') is an airborne detachment of the Royal Engineers, part of the British Army. As of 2021, it is the only reserve parachute-trained squadron of the Royal Engineers. Trust if it has raised funds. The platoon was used as the counter-attack force by Lt Col John Frost, the Commanding Officer of 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, and fought with great bravery in the infantry role. In 1973 he was commissioned into the Royal Engineers. Quantity: 33 Engineer Regiment (EOD) Royal Engineers (Corps Of Royal Engineers) (RE) Tie Bar. The squadron currently serves as part of 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) in Woodbridge (Suffolk) and provides close engineer support to 16 Air Assault Brigade. Between July and November 1994, the squadron served in Rwanda as part of the UNAMIR mission, for which it was jointly awarded the Wilkinson Sword of Peace. With the exception of two gliders that crash landed, the remainder of the unit landed safely at Arnhem, where they played an important role in the defence of the bridge. This turned out to be a disaster, both gliders crash landing and the few survivors being executed by the Gestapo. 156th Parachute Bn - Lt Col Sir . 0QP, Telephone: 020 7233 7356 It is part of the 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) based at RAF Woodbridge and is the only airborne Royal Engineers unit. Find 9 Parachute Squadron stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. However, from 1787, soldiers were provided by the Corps of Royal Military Artificers. Also worked with leading Construction, Facilities Management Service Provider and Infrastructure Project . Like other units comprising the Royal Engineers, soldiers in the Squadron are called sappers. In addition, members of the squadron deployed on a UN mission to Cyprus. 14.5cm x 18.5cm (width x height) You may also be interested in the following products 657 - Metal Para or Pegasus Car Badge 14.99 Incl. The outbreak of the Second World War in 1939 saw 9th Field Company RE in France once again, still as part of the 4th Division. You will need to be registered and logged in to Like other units comprising the Royal Engineers, soldiers in the squadron are called sappers. Northern Ireland, Hong Kong, Cyprus, and Bavaria: 1974 1976 . For this reason, Chapter 1 is a very shortened history of each squadron/company. Of the original Company of 215 All Ranks, only 57 men returned to the UK, the remainder being captured or killed. Like other units consisting of Royal Engineers, soldiers in the squadron are called sappers. Terms and Conditions Northern Ireland: 1979 1982 Your donation goes towards maintaining and developing the Sappers website. In April 1982, the squadron embarked for the Falkland Islands as part of 5 Infantry Brigade. In August 2001, the Squadron deployed to Macedonia as part of the Multi National Force on Operation BESSEMER. January 2003 saw the formation of 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) and with it the command change of 9 Parachute Squadron to the new Regiment and another deployment, this time on Operation TELIC to Iraq in 2003. 23 Amphibious Engineer Squadron Royal Engineers Regimental Hand Made Mess Plaque $35.82 Buy It Now , $34.28 Shipping , 14-Day Returns, eBay Money Back Guarantee Seller: military-veterans-store (13,078) 99.9% , Location: ENGLAND, GB , Ships to: GB & many other countries, Item: 275358882574 Like other units consisting of Royal Engineers, soldiers in the squadron are called sappers. War Memorials Trust will respond. One of them, the retired brigadier Jon Mullin, who served as a lieutenant in the 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers, said: "I wanted to be part of a national commemoration to commemorate all. In September 1998 the squadron was deployed to Bosnia, being involved in repairing, reinforcing and replacing camp structures. In 1812, this unit's name was changed to the Corps of Royal Sappers and . For this reason, Chapter 1 is a very shortened history of each squadron/company. Like other units comprising the Royal Engineers, soldiers in the squadron are called sappers. The Airborne Shop is the official shop ofSupport Our Paras (The Parachute Regiment Charity RCN1131977). 9 Parachute Squadron RE (also known as '9 sqn' [1] ), is an airborne detachment of the Royal Engineers, part of the British Army. In 1980/1981 it completed its 6th operational tour in Northern Ireland. The Between July and November 1994, the squadron served in Rwanda as part of the UNAMIR mission, for which it was jointly awarded the Wilkinson Sword of Peace. It has been my intention to make this history as factual as possible, supported by photographs. Select from premium 9 Parachute Squadron of the highest quality. The main squadron task was in support of the weapons collection operation. In 1961, the TA was reorganised, and the regiment was redesignated as 131st Parachute Engineer Regiment, retaining its independent role, now based in Chelsea (from 1949). He was delighted with the suggestion and that he now had his own dedicated Royal Engineer Squadron in the Brigade". The squadron currently serves as part of 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment in Woodbridge (Suffolk), the former RAF Woodbridge, and provides close engineer support to 16 Air Assault Brigade. [1][4], In 2010, 299 Parachute Squadron RE was re-subordinated under 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) which was renamed as 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment in 2015.[1][4]. The tasks of 12 (Nova Scotia) Headquarters and Support (Air Assault) Squadron were split across the remaining two Parachute Field Squadrons in the Regiment as it was placed in suspended animation until 2018 when it was reformed as 12 Parachute Headquarters and Support Squadron. The next hundred years of the squadron's history is rather meagre, but it is known to have served in the Kaffir Wars, the Crimean War, Bermuda, Halifax, Nova Scotia and Hong Kong. Like other units comprising the Royal Engineers, soldiers in the squadron are called sappers. 9 Parachute Squadron RE (often abbreviated to '9 Sqn' [1]) is an airborne detachment of the Royal Engineers, part of the British Army. * patrolling and navigation. Of the original Company of 215 All Ranks, only 57 men returned to the UK, the remainder being captured or killed. Please be aware that a summary of your enquiry, without your contact details, Royal Engineers Text on scroll: 9 Parachute Squadron RE Approx. In 1943 9 Field Company RE (Airborne) also took part in further airborne operations in North Africa, Sicily and Italy. Support is focused on war memorials in Very One tour in S Armagh, Exercise Waterleap in Canada and firemen's strike in East Sussex. 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers Staffordshire University About A highly motivated self-starter. Engineers have always served in the armies of the Crown, however the origins of the modern corps, along with those of the Royal Artillery, lie in the Board of Ordnance established in the 15th century. They absorbed the tasks of 12 (Nova Scotia) Headquarters and Support (Air Assault) Squadron which was placed in suspended animation.[3]. 9 Para Sqn RE Search Team, FOB Now Zad, Afghanistan 2008. After VJ Day 9th Airborne Squadron went to Palestine with the 6th Airborne Division. What we can and cannot fund helpsheet explains what types of work The Company was honoured by the presentation of a vellum scroll by King George VI to commemorate its part in the battle. In April 1982, the squadron embarked for the Falkland Islands as part of 5 Infantry Brigade. 9 Para Sqn RE Search Team, Op Oqab Tsuka, Afghanistan 2008. Lance Corporal Darren Jones, a paratrooper and plant operator mechanic of 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers, is thought to have got into difficulties while swimming in a canal in Normandy after . In 1980/1981 it completed its 6th operational tour in Northern Ireland. . 9 Parachute Squadron RE, as it was now called, was to remain in Aldershot to support the Parachute Battalions. colour photographs of the war memorial in either a png, gif, jpg or jpeg VAT 12.49 Excl. However, both gliders crash landed, and the few survivors were executed by the Gestapo. 63 Airborne Squadron, Royal Logistic Corps 10 Airborne Workshop, REME 82 Ordinance Company, Royal Logistic Corps 6th Airmobile Brigade 2 (Parachute) Squadron, RAF Regiment 9 (Parachute) Squadron, 36 Engineer Regiment, Royal Engineers 220 Signal Squadron 6 Medical Squadron, Royal Army Medical Corps 664 Squadron, Army Air Corps S A J Davis, Sgt. 9 PARACHUTE SQUADRON/ ROYAL ENGINEERS/ IN MEMORY OF/ (4 names)/ KILLED IN ACTION IN THE FALKLAND ISLANDS/ JUNE 1982/ THEIR NAMES LIVETH FOR EVERMORE, War Memorials Online c/o War Memorials Trust, 14 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W The squadron had a difficult time in Palestine, being sent to clear the King David Hotel in Jerusalem after a horrific bomb attack. It is part of the 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment based at Rock Barracks the airborne Royal Engineers unit. The new Squadron Colours were raised by Norman Sangwin one of the few surviving members of the original 299 Airborne Field Squadron RE (TA). Members of 9 Independent Parachute Squadron RE, Moho River, Belize, March 1979. At the same time, members of the Squadron deployed on a UN mission to Cyprus. A New Beginning: 1948 The 2nd Battalion Scots Guards, supported by members of 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers, were given the task of conquering the mountain on June 13/14 1982 - the middle of a harsh winter in . Cyprus and the Canal Zone: 1951 1953 In 1995 the Squadron again deployed to Northern Ireland on a six month Op DESCANT tour. Our Branch members have served in various units, including 4 Parachute Squadron R.E., 9 Independent Parachute Squadron R.E., 131 Parachute Engineer Regiment, and 131 Independent Parachute Squadron R.E. The Company was honoured by the presentation of a vellum scroll by King George VI to commemorate its part in the battle. [1][4], A further restructuring of the Territorial Army called for the creation of a parachute trained Royal Engineer Squadron and on 6 June 2006, 299 Parachute Squadron RE (V) was officially reformed at a parade held at the new Squadron Headquarters in Wakefield. It was re-named 9 Field Company in Gibraltar in 1806 and became part of Airborne Forces in May 1942, when 9 Field Company RE (Airborne) provided the engineer support for the newly formed 1st Airlanding Brigade, with about one-third of the Company in the parachute role and the remainder glider-borne. As part of 2 Troop 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers, Joseph Smyth was one of the 'sappers' attached to 2 Para and saw action in the bloodiest battle of the conflict - Mount Longdon.. A Husky on patrol from 23 Engineer Regiment RE, Afghanistan, 2011. I was lucky to serve twice in The Squadron. Royal Engineers Colonel C. M. Davies (Foreword), Tom Purves (Author) 176 pages Publisher: Tom Purves (Jan 1988) Language: English, Last edited on 11 February 2023, at 09:16, "Airborne sappers restructure for the future", 9 Para Sqn RE on the Royal Engineers Museum website, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=9_Parachute_Squadron_RE&oldid=1138738547, This page was last edited on 11 February 2023, at 09:16. Five members of 9 Para took part in the training with the helicopter handling specialists, colloquially known as "hookers" as they . In September 1944, 9 Field Company, under command of Major Winchester and a part of the 1st Airborne Division, took part in Operation MARKET GARDEN. In 1976, 16 Independent Parachute Brigade disbanded and 9 Independent Parachute Squadron RE lost its independence and became part of 36 Engineer Regiment, based at Maidstone. 1982, the Squadron embarked for the Falkland Islands, 1982 both gliders crash landed, the! 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