The unit became the first parachute infantry regiment assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division during ... parachute assault for American troops in Sicily and spearheaded the Allied assault at ...

Luce began the war as a lieutenant in the 82nd Airborne Division's 320th Glider Field Artillery Battalion and trained extensively before participating in the invasions of Sicily and then Italy.

The casinos rise with a glow that can be seen on Sicily. Tourists from around the world are escorted from the gambling floors to five-star restaurants by the soldiers of the 82nd Airborne ...