MILITARY LINKS
- +The British Army
- Official website of the British Army. Includes information on careers, the equipment and role of the Army, current operations and regimental histories.
- +arrse.co.uk
- Stands for the Army Rumour Service and describing itself as the unofficial British Army website, this site offers lively and lighthearted discussion on any and all topics of military interest.
MILITARY
••Cadet Kit Check List
- Soldier '95 shirt x2
- Soldier '95 trousers x2
- Soldier '95 combat jacket x1 (having 2 is a good idea though)
- Commando boot socks, 2-3 pairs recommended!
- Beret
- Green belt
- Enough underwear for however long you are going for
- Boots:
- British army issue, very good, reliable and relatively inexpensive!
- Magnum boots, little bit more expensive but the height in comfort!
- Green T-shirts (always take a couple of spares just in case!)
- Polish kit consisting of off and on brush, 1 tin of polish and a yellow duster.
- Penknife. NO DINOSAUR DAGGERS OR LOCK KNIVES!!!!!!!
- Right angle torch with red filter
- Trouser twists, 2 pairs because you are bound to lose 1 at least!
- Shemagh. Great scarf, very warm!
- Cam cream
- A good set of webbing:
It's essential to have a comfortable, well fitting set of webbing! There's nothing worse than having a set of webbing that doesn't fit properly, rubbing on your hips all weekend and leaving nasty sores. Some people find that assault vests are more comfortable but it really is a personal preference matter. Your best bet is to come in and try on a few different sets until you find the one that's right for you! - Bergen:
Again this is a personal preference matter. There are two main types of Bergen used: The engineers Bergen, very good, easy access top and loads of space. The infantry Bergen, classic Bergen again with loads of space but more pockets this time. - Water bottle, one of the most important bits of kit you can have!
- If getting your water bottle out every time isn't your thing then maybe a Camelback hydration pack is for you.
- Mess tins
- K.F.S (knife, fork, spoon)
- 'crap' hat – woolly hat ideally for those cold nights, and a DPM bush hat for day time.
- Baby wipes/Webtex camo wipes.
••Rank Equivalents for British Forces
| Army | Navy | Airforce |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Rankings | ||
| Private | Aircraftman | |
| Lance-Corporal | Ordinary Rating | Leading Aircraftman |
| Corporal | Able Rating | Corporal |
| Sergeant | Leading Rating | Sergeant |
| Staff Sergeant | Petty Officer | Chief Technician |
| Warrant Officer (class 2) | Chief Petty Officer | Flight Sergeant |
| Warrant Officer (class 1) | Warrant Officer | Warrant Officer |
| Officers | ||
| Acting Pilot Officer | ||
| Second Lieutenant | Midshipman | Pilot Officer |
| Lieutenant | Sub-Lieutenant | Flying Officer |
| Captain | Lieutenant | Flight Lieutenant |
| Major | Lieutenant-Commander | Squadron Leader |
| Lieutenant-Colonel | Commander | Wing Commander |
| Colonel | Captain | Group Captain |
| Brigadier | Commodore | Air Commodore |
| Major-General | Rear-Admiral | Air Vice-Marshal |
| Lieutenant-General | Vice-Admiral | Air Marshal |
| General | Admiral | Air Chief Marshal |
| Field Marshal | Admiral of the Fleet | Marshal of the RAF |