One hundred years ago today, Percival Spencer made the first parachute jump in Ireland. To celebrate, fourteen parachutists from various clubs around Ireland took part in the biggest jump over an urban area.
Report shows photograph of Spencer and historic newspaper heading.
Aerial shot of Drumcondra where the original jump occurred.
To camera, Charlie Bird in parachutist gear.
Parachutists landing in Drumcondra.
Interview with parachutist Pat Cullen.
Jump as seen from plane.
The reporter is Charlie Bird.
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