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Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 12-12-23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,650
Posted By REME 245
Well we are already back down to some single...

Well we are already back down to some single Battalion Infantry Regiments which was one of the the excuses for the last round of amalgamations.

Real support from the then Territorial Army ended in...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 10-12-23, 05:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,650
Posted By REME 245
I think they just want a corporate identity for...

I think they just want a corporate identity for the ACF. Things like the signs out-side detachments and the paper work we use are all now ACF specific but I think it will be sad if we all end up...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 10-12-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,650
Posted By REME 245
I am not sure of any connection but Regional...

I am not sure of any connection but Regional Command Cadet branch are just trying to establish their control over the organisation.

Only items issued through the system are officially meant to...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 07-12-23, 04:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,650
Posted By REME 245
Wiltshire Army Cadet Force

The ACF has just published its latest dress regulations which in theory is meant to stop the 57 different varieties in the ACF named after the well known Heinz advert. Quite if it will be in line in...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 25-11-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,746
Posted By REME 245
Yes please.

Yes please.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 24-11-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,067
Posted By REME 245
Worn by Junior Soldiers rather than cadets. I...

Worn by Junior Soldiers rather than cadets. I have both in the collection.
Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 01-11-23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 491
Posted By REME 245
Also a Wyvern not a Griffin.

Also a Wyvern not a Griffin.
Forum: Headdress 13-10-23, 08:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,245
Posted By REME 245
Sadly because the MOD make no attempt to match...

Sadly because the MOD make no attempt to match the serge used to make these caps up until the demise of Battledress in the 1970's they are a poor imitation of what they are meant to represent.
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 07-10-23, 08:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,582
Posted By REME 245
Wen I first joined 155 Transport Regiment RCT TA...

Wen I first joined 155 Transport Regiment RCT TA the whole Regiment wore Blacked Badges and the QM staff had a metal container of a blackening fluid which they just applied with a cloth on to new...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 14-09-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 363
Posted By REME 245
Many thanks. I had asked individuals from the...

Many thanks. I had asked individuals from the current squadron who were not aware of this number change.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 11-09-23, 07:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 363
Posted By REME 245
ATC Squadrons

Is there a site somewhere which lists all the ATC Squadrons dating back to WW2?

I have found a reference to 909 Sqn being in Trowbridge during WW2 but the current Squadron Number is 2196. Were...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 14-08-23, 08:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By REME 245
Perhaps better worded as a Cadet also serving in...

Perhaps better worded as a Cadet also serving in the Home Guard. The uniform looks OTC/CCF to me. I was also looking at the rifle proficiency badge latterly worn by cadets.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 13-08-23, 07:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By REME 245
Cadets in Home guard

Presumably this picture portrays a Cadet Unit but which one?
...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 09-07-23, 05:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 210
Posted By REME 245
ACF Badge Approval

The ACF/CCF is currently in the process of rewriting its clothing regulations.

I was at a County level briefing today where they suggested that evidence of official approval of many of the...
Forum: Civilian Services: Police, Prison Service, Fire Brigade, Merchant Navy, etc. 17-05-23, 01:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 609
Posted By REME 245
On the previous three occasions uniformed...

On the previous three occasions uniformed Instructors in the cadet forces also received the medal so waiting to hear if we get it this time. We normally get lumped in with the armed forces and not...
Forum: General Topics. 07-04-23, 08:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 333
Posted By REME 245
I liked this Meme on Face Book not as if I assume...

I liked this Meme on Face Book not as if I assume the Para's would want it.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 19-03-23, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 401
Posted By REME 245
I am still trying to find pictures of any...

I am still trying to find pictures of any Wiltshire Detachments if any one as any.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 18-03-23, 11:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 401
Posted By REME 245
Do you know which detachment this is?

Do you know which detachment this is?
Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 05-03-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 449
Posted By REME 245
It is as you assume. ...

It is as you assume.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QF_4-inch_naval_gun_Mk_IV,_XII,_XXII

Not sure if they are still in use but I have 2 Pounder Anti-Tank gun examples as I own a 1945 Daimler...
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 30-01-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By REME 245
The guy was an officer in Wiltshire ACF so...

The guy was an officer in Wiltshire ACF so Wiltshire Regiment or very possibly RA at that time.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 30-01-23, 05:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By REME 245
Wiltshire ACF

Any suggestions on what metal badge may bee pinned on to this Adult ACF Instructor in about 1944. I was thinking possibly a Wiltshire Regiment Cap Badge.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 05-01-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,516
Posted By REME 245
Have you seen the message I sent you David?

Have you seen the message I sent you David?
Forum: Off topic 20-12-22, 09:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 607
Posted By REME 245
Right click on the image, select resize, select...

Right click on the image, select resize, select the size you want and save.
Forum: Schools, OTC and Cadets 17-12-22, 08:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 473
Posted By REME 245
Royal Wiltshire Yeomanry badged Cadet Units

An interesting letter found in the Wiltshire ACF archives on Thursday. Quite if they were requesting red on yellow RWY cloth titles or white on red ones is not made clear. Either way like the...
Forum: Formation Signs and Patches 02-12-22, 10:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 600
Posted By REME 245
Sniper Badge

What period is this badge from? It has a glue back.
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