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The Folgore Parachute Brigade is the largest unit of paratroopers (paracadutisti) of the Italian Army. The name Folgore is Italian for lightning.

The Folgore (Thunderbolt) operates as Light Infantry, capable of both air-landing and parachute operations, and has a marginal mechanized role. It is part of the Projection Forces under the 1° Commando FOD.