The BBC documentary on the nation’s fallen heroes in Iraq and Afghanistan was long overdue and very much welcomed in view last nite. It was a very moving, hard and a real insight into why brave men and women enlist and how their families cope with their ultimate sacrifice. I sincerely hope that thos...

Thanks guys! I'm on my RTC w/ends at Aldershot - wk 2 and don't feel very confident on the SA80. It would be a darn shame to fail the RTC (six weekends soley on SAA: SA80). Re the other question (DSF J2 and SO1 J2 DSF), I had an email sent round by my BTT Sgt using them. It can be quite frustrating ...

Hello All,

Can anyone tell me what DSF J2 and SO1 J2 DSF stands for? Also apart from reading the SA80 handout given to me during my RTC weekend what's the best way to familiarise myself with the workings of the SA80?

Many thanks

Advice very much appreciated. I guess I needn't worry myself to death, but just do my best on the day.

Thanks!

Does anyone know what I can expect on an Int Corp selection weekend? I know it involves both mental and phyiscal tests, but would appreciate advice on what this might entail.

I'm currently in the process of joining the TA - I have passed two stages and have been asked to attend a "Technical Selection Weekend". Could anyone tell me what the difference between the TSW and "Generic Selection Weekend"? What does PSAO mean too? Although I'm quite thrill ab...