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John Charles Vivian volunteered for airborne forces in June 1947.

Private Vivian qualified as a military parachutist on Course 218 which ran at RAF Upper Heyford from 9 to 25 June 1947. He was posted to The Parachute Regiment Training and Holding Battalion.

Pte Vivian then served with 7 Platoon, D Company, The First Battalion The Parachute Regiment.

7 Platoon, D Company, The First Battalion The Parachute Regiment, Germany 1948.

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7 Platoon, D Company, The First Battalion The Parachute Regiment, Germany 1948.
7 Platoon, D Company, The First Battalion The Parachute Regiment, Germany 1948.