Para Platoon (2014): S01E04

Introduction The series chronicles the process a groups of individuals follow through selection and training for the British Army’s infamous Parachute Regiment. Outline The platoon soon face their first series of major examinations – room inspections, drill parades and knowledge of regimental history. If they pass, they will be allowed to wear the legendary maroon…

Andrew Marshall

01/06/2022

1–2 minutes

Airborne, Basic Training, Elite Forces, Military Documentary, Parachute Regiment, Paratrooper

Introduction

The series chronicles the process a groups of individuals follow through selection and training for the British Army’s infamous Parachute Regiment.

Outline

The platoon soon face their first series of major examinations – room inspections, drill parades and knowledge of regimental history. If they pass, they will be allowed to wear the legendary maroon beret of The Parachute Regiment for the first time.

Para Platoon Series

You can find a full index and overview of Para Platoon here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 31 October 2014.
Rating: 16+.
Running Time: 25 minutes.
Country: UK.
Language: English.