The Order of Saint Michael Award, presented on behalf of the U.S. Army Aviation Association of America, honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the Army Aviation community and those whose actions have profoundly shaped airborne operations, heritage and esprit de corps. U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) presented the award to Paola Del Din, the first Italian female parachutist to jump into combat, for her pioneering contributions to the airborne community during a ceremony at her home in Italy, April 9, 2026. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Catessa Palone)
| Date Taken: | 04.08.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.13.2026 11:07 |
| Photo ID: | 9605389 |
| VIRIN: | 260409-A-HK139-5259 |
| Resolution: | 3435x5152 |
| Size: | 4.36 MB |
| Location: | IT |
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