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7th Battalion, Parachute Regiment    7th (Light Infantry) Battalion, Parachute Regiment was formed in November 1942 by the conversion of the 10th Battalion, Somerset Light Infantry. 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Those known to have served with 7th Battalion, Parachute Regiment during the Second World War 1939-1945. Riley Leonard. Pte. (d.6th June 1944) Tough George. Pte. The names on this list have been submitted by relatives, friends, neighbours and others who wish to remember them, if you have any names to add or any recollections or photos of those listed, please Add a Name to this List Records of 7th Battalion, Parachute Regiment from other sources. The Wartime Memories Project is the original WW1 and WW2 commemoration website. Announcements 1st of September 2024 marks 25 years since the launch of the Wartime Memories Project. Thanks to everyone who has supported us over this time. The Wartime Memories Project has been running for 25 years. 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