On September 29th, the feast day of Saint Michel, patron saint of paratroopers, a tribute was paid to the courage, fraternity, and commitment of French paratroopers. The commemoration, which occurred throughout the day on September 29th, celebrated both active and reserve paratroopers, whether stationed in mainland France or on overseas missions. Social media platform X saw a message posted by user @FuscoAir on September 29th, expressing well wishes and solidarity with all paratroopers. The post included the traditional paratrooper rallying cry, "And by St Michel, long live the paras!" and the hashtag #skydiving. The annual observance honors the traditions and dedication of the paratrooper corps within the French armed forces, recognizing their specific roles and sacrifices.
