paratrooper
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The roots of Venezuela’s current system go back to the 14-year rule of former President Hugo Chávez, a former paratrooper elected in 1998 after almost two decades of deepening wealth inequality and stagnant living standards.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
In September 2026, the former paratrooper hopes to return to his home city where his mother, who he describes as his number one fan, will be waiting.
From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025
Its founder is Magnus Freyer, a former paratrooper in the Norwegian army.
From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025
There are no plans for the soldiers to sing "Happy Birthday, Mr. President," but the Golden Knights, a paratrooper team, will land in front of the reviewing stand and present him with a flag.
From Salon • May 28, 2025
You are responsible for maintaining your space suit in the same way that a paratrooper is responsible for packing and maintaining his own parachute.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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