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by Scouse Lancer
Fri 05 Oct, 2012 11:18 am
Forum: Army Joining & Training
Topic: Applying from overseas
Replies: 3
Views: 2732

Re: Applying from overseas

Faye, get your butt to Herford as they have a recruiting office there, it was in Harewood Barracks (Hmmm I was based there in 91 - 95). It has now moved to: If you have decided on a career in the Army or you just want to find out more, please contact us through the links below. Drop-in Address: Walt...
by Scouse Lancer
Fri 05 Oct, 2012 10:56 am
Forum: SF General Discussion
Topic: Questions about the SAS
Replies: 22
Views: 25396

Re: Questions about the SAS

The boots on the 2 "SAS" operatives were the standard issue boot for the British Forces in 2003. They are no longer issued. Contact an army surplus store, some stores still have a few pairs, or imitation pairs. Altho why 2 x "SAS" operatives are wearing them I will never know as ...
by Scouse Lancer
Fri 05 Oct, 2012 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussion & Introductions
Topic: hi
Replies: 9
Views: 3160

Re: hi

Records in use or created in 1921 - Present day are only available from the MOD.

I got this info from forces-war-records tutorials, which are free to read:

http://www.forces-war-records.co.uk/Inf ... /Tutorials
by Scouse Lancer
Fri 05 Oct, 2012 10:33 am
Forum: Help & Assistance
Topic: Can anyone help me?
Replies: 8
Views: 5022

Re: Can anyone help me?

Hi Luisa,

You could attempt to contact his Barracks directly and ask for a message to be forwarded to him.

Sorry I can't help you any further.
by Scouse Lancer
Thu 27 Sep, 2012 2:41 pm
Forum: Para's Joining & Training
Topic: Traning Strain?
Replies: 2
Views: 5223

Re: Traning Strain?

Hot bath, as hot as you can handle and loads of radox. Take 2 Ibobrufen and get some tubagrip! If your that concerned go to your doctor. You will get aches and strains, make sure you Warm up and Cool down properly. If you warm up and cool down for 10 Mins each extend it to 15 Mins each. If problems ...
by Scouse Lancer
Thu 27 Sep, 2012 2:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion & Introductions
Topic: VISA!!!
Replies: 7
Views: 3248

Re: VISA!!!

Contact a Recruiter Direct. Its a waste of your time chatting on Forums on a MOD Policy matter.

http://www.army.mod.uk/join/26390.aspx

This link will put you on the Live Chat section of the British Army Recruitment page.

Click on the Button: Join Chat Now.
by Scouse Lancer
Thu 27 Sep, 2012 1:59 pm
Forum: TA General Discussion
Topic: Tattoos
Replies: 10
Views: 12477

Re: Tattoos

Do not have tats on your Face, Lower Arms or hands. Avoid the Neck also. Tats that can be seen above the uniform line are discouraged (Or were).
by Scouse Lancer
Wed 26 Sep, 2012 4:47 pm
Forum: Advertise Your Website & Services
Topic: A Veteran's Send off to the Final RV
Replies: 0
Views: 2713

A Veteran's Send off to the Final RV

Wanted: Buglers and Pipers, Country wide. Wanted: All Armed Forces Associations affiliated to British Army Units, Royal Navy ships and RAF Stations, to register for a New Service to be provided to families of recently deceased Veterans. Please register your interest or Contact for further informatio...
by Scouse Lancer
Wed 26 Sep, 2012 4:31 pm
Forum: PTSD Discussions and Introductions
Topic: Combat(?) PTSD
Replies: 3
Views: 6640

Re: Combat(?) PTSD

Hello staffassistant, I was in the same boat buddy, I started as a teeth Arm and was transfered due to Injuries i sustained in a Bike accident. Downgraded and non deployable I found myself in Kuwait in Feb 2003 and Umm Quasar by March 23 lol. A few run ins with the locals and the U.S. marine Corps l...
by Scouse Lancer
Wed 26 Sep, 2012 4:17 pm
Forum: Help & Assistance
Topic: Possible medical discharge help/advice needed.
Replies: 3
Views: 3581

Re: Possible medical discharge help/advice needed.

Hi Chris, so he is on an Open Engagement then, 1 Years notice required to terminate service.

Tell him to wait and go for his medical discharge, if his hearing does not return.
by Scouse Lancer
Fri 21 Sep, 2012 10:48 am
Forum: Army Joining & Training
Topic: All clear now thanks :)
Replies: 27
Views: 9186

Re: All clear now thanks :)

Don't forget Ash, if the RSigs ain't for you, you can always transfer to another corps or trade within the RSigs. Good luck to both of you. There are days when I wish I had not left. Cheers bud. I'm 100% sure the signals is for me. By left do you mean left completely or transferred to another unit?...
by Scouse Lancer
Thu 20 Sep, 2012 12:37 pm
Forum: Army Joining & Training
Topic: Infantry Phase two training....
Replies: 1
Views: 2508

Re: Infantry Phase two training....

I joined the Royal Armoured Corps, Phase one was the Basic military Skills of a Soldier, Ranges, Infantry skills, First Aid etc. Phase 2 consisted of the Following: Driver Training on CVR(T) Signals (Phase 1) Use of Radio Equipment and Voice Proceedures If your going Armd Inf then its probable that ...
by Scouse Lancer
Thu 20 Sep, 2012 12:17 pm
Forum: RAF Joining & Training
Topic: Wait to join my preferred trade or settle for second best?
Replies: 1
Views: 3458

Re: Wait to join my preferred trade or settle for second bes

Get stuck in, you can always retrade at a later date, you will need to do some time before applying, ask your recruiter for the length of time you must do before it is possible to retrade.
by Scouse Lancer
Thu 20 Sep, 2012 12:16 pm
Forum: RAuxAF Joining & Training
Topic: Stupid question or not?
Replies: 1
Views: 6156

Re: Stupid question or not?

Sadly no you cannot, you will have choices though. If I remember correctly, you have 3 choices of postings and you will if it is possible get one of your 3.

It all depends on vacancies and requirements.
by Scouse Lancer
Thu 20 Sep, 2012 12:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion & Introductions
Topic: fitness and strength requirements
Replies: 2
Views: 3000

Re: fitness and strength requirements

If you have an Iphone, try this app: http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/british-military-fitness-my/id358790710?mt=8 You can also contact a British Army Recruiter Directly and they will provide you with every possible answer direct from the British Army Recruitment Manual. Then you will know its Genuine...