Fighting Brigadier: James Hill DSO - Pt.1

About this episode

Andy and Kev discuss the life and legacy of Brigadier James Hill DSO, a key figure in the Parachute Regiment.

In a return to their 'Airborne Personalities ' series, Andy and Kev discuss Brigadier James Hill DSO. A Parachute Regiment legend and one of the founding fathers of the regiment.

People in this episode

Hosts: Andy, Kev

Topics covered

• Brigadier James Hill
• Parachute Regiment
• Airborne Personalities

Keywords

• WW2
• British Airborne
• military history

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Airborne Personalities

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