The Maroon Machine

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Episode 2 of 7

Duration: 30 minutes

First transmitted in 1983, this series follows a group of new recruits as they continue their training with the Parachute Regiment. The recruits start to put their basic skills to the test during Exercise Steel Eagle which culminates in the Passing of the Square, being able to wear maroon berets.

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Credits

Narrator
Glyn Worsnip
Producer
Bill Jones
Executive Producer
David Harrison

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