Gallipoli Company, the Island’s contingent of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Army Cadet Force, recently formally welcomed 26 new cadets from across the Island following successful completion of basic recruit training.
The Cadets had been training for a period of three to six months in a variety of subjects, including drill and turnout, first aid, military knowledge, physical recreation, shooting, as well as volunteering in their local community.
Field camp at Newtown Ranges
They had also attended their first field camp on the Island at
Newtown Ranges where they received instruction on fieldcraft, military tactics, navigation and adventure training.
Cap badges and rank slides
During their passing out parade, each cadet of Harvey Platoon, the training platoon named after one of the fallen members of the Isle of Wight Rifles at the battle of Gallipoli, was presented with their cap badge and rank slide by the Company Commander.
The Parade was also attended by the Cadets’ family and friends as well as Cadet Force Adult Volunteers of Gallipoli Company. Additional presentations were made for Most Improved Cadet, Best Shot, Best Drill and Best Overall Recruit.
Farmer: Learning key skills and valuable life lessons
Colonel Theresa Farmer, Commandant of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Army Cadet Force was full of praise for the new recruits.
“Joining the ACF is a commitment that is very welcome from young Islanders and we welcome them to our organisation and hope they enjoy the experience and learn key skills and valuable life lessons, like so many cadets that have come before them.
“Well done on passing out and good luck for the future.”
Army Cadet Force
The Island’s Army Cadet Force is a youth organisation sponsored by the Ministry of Defence and welcomes young people between the age of 12 and 18.
It offers young people the opportunity to develop life skills, as well as working towards a variety of qualifications in special subjects such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, adventurous training and first aid.
Educational and competitive trips
Cadets also have the opportunity to attend camps both on the Island and the Mainland, as well as educational and/or competitive trips nationally and internationality.
The ACF also welcomes new applicants to become Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAV) and provides full training where necessary.
For more information please visit the Website.
News shared by Stuart on behalf of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Army Cadet Force. Ed
