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The Ultimate CCF Guide for Maidstone

Grammar School Cadets

Written By LCpl Thomas Walker



Note to reader

This guide a basic summary of all notes you will learn

in training with the cadets at Maidstone Grammar

School. Some details will not be included however

this is the first version so feel free to contact me if

they need updating/adding to.

Most of the notes are scanned in from a sheet I have

written in the past however some things are typed

up for my convenience. I hope these notes help they

are free to be distributed and added too.

- Thomas Walker



Shooting And Marksmanship

Supportyou should be able to suppor the rifle without undue pyshical effort

PosistioinEnsure you are in a good firing posistion eg not exposed

Alignmentensure your eye, the rear sight, foresight and target are aligned

Realesea slow steady realese of the trigger and follow through the shot

The Breathing Cycle

Take a few deep breaths to oxidise blood. Extend pause between inhaling and

exhaling to 6 seconds. Realese the shot and then continue the breathing as

nessacery.

The L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle 5.56mm

Average Muzzle Velocity - 940 m/s

Effective range400m, 600m with SUSAT

30 Round magazine

SA80Small Arms for the 80s

Fires a 5.56x45mm NATO Round

Sight Unit Small Arms Trilux (L9A1)4x Magnification

Manufactured By BAE Systems and H&K Weighs 4.9kg

Semi-Automatic FireCarry

Handle/Rear

Sight Front/Foresight

Muzzle

Flash Eliminator

Handguard

Front

Sling LoopTrigger

Guard

Teardrop

Butt

Butt

Rear Sling

Loop

Magazine

Magazine

housing

Dustcover

Bolt Release

CatchPistol Grip



Types of Ammunition

Ball ammunitionSmooth brass cartridge,

jacketed bullet and percussion cap in base

BlankNo bullet, end is crimpled with

percussion cap in base

Drill roundsSilver casing with grooves,

copper bullet and no percussion cap in base

Roundall the parts

together.

Casingcontains

gunpowder and

percussion cap

BulletThing

that will be

projected

The reason we call the cadet weapon a rifle and not a gun is the way the barrel is

designed. The barrel is rifled which means it has grooves in it to allow the bullet to travel

further.

The mechanism of the rifle works via a round being loaded into the chamber, a firing pin

then comes up and hits the back of the round which ignites the percussion cap in the back

of the round. A small explosion is then triggered using the gunpowder which propels the

bullet out the rifle and causes the bolt to fly backward. This allows the spent case to be

ejected and a new round to be dragged up and chambered.

Other terms you may need are:

GMPGGeneral Purpose Machine gun (You probably never use one of these)

LSWLight support weapon (Fully automatic support version of the L98A2)



Map and compass

MapA 2D representation of a birds eye view of a given area that represents it

and all of its landmarks

Northingsare the horizontal gridlines on a map

Eastingsare the vertical gridlines on a map

The average scale for an OS map is 1:10,000

There are 3 types of north

True NorthThe geographical location of the North Pole

Magnetic NorthThe Direction the compass needle points towards

Grid Norththe direction in which the gridlines points



Radio

The radio we use in cadets is the PRC-349 (Personal Radio Communicator)

The PRC-349 has 400 channels

When assembling a radio we must go through certain stages

Off

Batteries

Antenna

Teleheadset

HarnessThe PRC-349s frequency range is 37 - 46.975MHz

Working Range 0.5m Whip 1.0m Whip

Rolling Country 1.8km 2.1km

Flat country 1.0km 1.5km

Urban 0.3km 0.5km

Main rechargeable battery will last 24 hours after a 10 hour charge

If needed 10AA penlight batteries will last for 16 hours

Radio Facilities are as follows

Off

Radio Check

Loud

Whisper

You must never transmit a message in Radio Silence

When using a radio we employ voice procedure

Rhythm

Speed

Volume



Pitch

We also use

Security

Accuracy

Discipline

Security then breaks down into

Combat effectiveness

Order of battle (orbat)

Intention

Location

Radio discipline means that there is no swearing or interrupting others and

always sticking to the above voice procedure. On a platoon net we get a

structure similar to the one below

Keywords are

Over = Expecting a reply

Out = Not expecting a reply

Roger = I understand/confirming that message

HQ

0Minor

A30

A20

A10



InterceptionAll radio traffic is vulnerable to this

AnalysisAll intercepted traffic can be analysed for useful information

Deceptionfalse information can be used to put ourselves or the enemy off

Callsigna combination of letters and characters which identify a comms

facility or an org/individual on a radio net

During difficult conditions, extra care must be taken to avoid misunderstanding.

Figures are sent digit by digit preceded by the proword figures

When spelling a word say I Spell..

Never say Repeat on the radio as that means resend the artillery strike. If a

message needs repeating say Say again

Always Never

Use Correct VP Violate Radio Silence

Maintain constant listening watch Compromise classified info

Ensure frequency is correct Make long transmissions

Answers all calls without delay Engage in unofficial conversations

Listen before transmitting Identify yourself by name rank or unit

Release presell promptly Speak faster than the worst stationcan understand

Ensure the radio returns to receive Swear or lose your temper



To send a message assuming A is you B is the other station, C0 is your callsign,

C1 is Bs callsign, M1 is your message and M2 is Bs message use the following

format :

A: Hello {C1} this is {C0}, Message over

B: Hello {C0} this is {C1} Send message over

A: Message reads {M1}

B: Roger {C0} Message reads {M2}



First Aid and CASAID

CASAID stands for Casualty Aid.

There are 3 aims of first aid

- Preserve the casualties life- Prevent worsening of the condition or further injury

- Promote recovery

As such these are called the 3 Ps

All emergency aid is given by the first first aider(s) on the scene there are

several pneumonics we use if this is us

Dangercheck for cause of injury and clear it

Reaction/responseis the causality alert, can you get a response

Airwaysare their airways clear, check their throat and tongue

Breathingare they breathing, feel for breath and look down their body

Circulationfeel for a pulse or check blood circulation by pinching their finger

When looking for danger use AMEGA

Assessassess the situation, number of casualties and the danger

Make saferemove any danger, you are no use if you get injured

Emergency AidNow apply DRABC

Get HelpShout for help or call emergency servicesAftercarestay with the casualty until told otherwise

The aim of the recovery position is to

1)Stop the tongue blocking the throat

2)Allow fluid to drain from the mouth and reduce the chance of choking on

stomach contents etc

3)To keep the head, neck and back aligned while bent limbs keep the bodypropped in a comfortable but secure position to ensure you minimize the

harm the casualty can cause to himself and others.



If the injured is suspected to be spinal do not move the casualty unless you

absolutely have to (car on fire, in the line of fire etc)

CPR stands for Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation. This is supposed to be done

with interlocked fingers and at a pace of 100 BPM which is too the tune of

Staying Alive. This must be performed until the casualty comes too or someone

else takes over or until you psychically cannot carry on.

When phoning emergency services, employ lioneel

Location

Incident Type

Other services required

Number of casualties

Extent of injuries

Emergency aid given

Location (again)

When dealing with shock:

Symptom Treatment

Pale and clammy Lie down

Sick Raise legs above head

Hyper or subdued Reassure

Rapid shallow heartbeat Make sure airways clear

With a break or sprain

Rest

Ice

Compression

Elevate



Military Knowledge

Here are the following ranks for soldiers.

A private can also be called

Sapper, guardsman or

rifleman

Commissioned officer ranks are achieved when passing out at RMAS which is

the Royal Military Academy of Sandhurst



ArmThe main fighting force of the British army. This splits into two groups

Combat forceson the frontline main forces that engage the enemy (PWRR,

Ghurkha, and Dragoon Guards)

Combat supportOn the frontline but providing support for the combat forces(royal engineers, royal signals, and royal artillery)

Serviceprovides support to the arms in the fields of logistics and

administration (royal logistics, army chaplains, army medical core)



HQ 36 RE

Troops Troops Troops

SectionSectionSection

50 HQ SpartanSquadron

20 Squadron

69 Sqaudron 70 Squadron

The Layout of the 36th

Royal Engineers is so:



Within a section there are many duties which must be carried out to ensure the

section is operating securely and efficiently



The organizational structure from Battalion is as follows.



Every rank will have a corresponding role:

Leader of Rank

Fire team Lance corporal

Section CorporalPlatoon 2

ndlieutenant

Company Major

Regiment -

Battalion Colonel/Lieutenant Colonel

Brigade Brigadier

Division Major General

The Royal Engineers

Our CCF Contingent is attached to the 36 Royal Engineer regiment, which is based in Maidstone.

Nickname of Sappers

One of the most highly regarded corps in the army

Regimental HQ is in Chatham

Motto is Ubique (Latin For Everywhere)

2ndMotto is Quo Fas Et Gloria Ducunt (Latin for Where duty and glory lead)

Cap badge also incorporates the British Army motto Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense (Latin forEvil be to him who evil thinks)

Current Commander (as of 2014) is Brigadier S Hodder

Chief Royal Engineers is Lt Gen Sir Mark Mans KCB CBE DL

Consists of 15 Regiments

Formed in 1717

Regimental Song is Hurrah For The CRE

History can be traced back to William The conquer with 900 years of unbroken service

The name Sappers comes from World War 1. Where it was a French term for digging. The

Royal Engineers would dig the trenches and under enemy positions and so the name

Sappers was given as a nickname for Engineers as well as being the first rank in theregiment.



Fieldcraft

Basic Needs in the field:

- Food

- Shelter- Water

- Warmth

- Protection

Triangular harbour:



Herringbone formation when patrolling

A snap ambush is an ambush technique used when an enemy is known to be

heading on a certain path. It involves 3 sections, 2 of which are in cut off groups

which go will trap a group of enemies by going round the front and back and

then the last section will be in the middle also known and the killing zone andwill eliminate the enemies



Types of patrolling include

Staggered FileUseful for roads and wide tracks

Extended lineuseful for large areas of open ground. One long line

Single fileuseful for narrow paths or

navigation on the proven route

Arrow headuseful for open spaces when

wanting a large area protected

There are certain objectives that need to be taken into account when

trying to be concealed. These are known as the 5 Ss and the 1 M

Sighttry to remain out of plain view

Soundkeep the sound to a minimum, watch for twigs etc

Shadowbe wary of where your shadow is castround a wall etc

Surface/shineremove shiny objects like cap badges or glasses

Shapebreak up your natural shape to blend in easier

Movementkeep movement low and steady. Only move when out of

sight as human eye is naturally attracted to movement



Miscellaneous

The aim and purpose of drill is to produce a cadet who is alert and

obedient, and to provide the basis of teamwork.

Boot Polishing Made Easy. Several Methods

Method 1: Lighter Method

Get your equipment laid out:

Kiwi Parade gloss

Lint Free cloth (x2) Cotton wool pads or buds (x3)

Warm water

Newspaper

Hairdryer

Lighter

First set light to your polish and let it burn until you have a decent amount melted. Now with your

1stlint free cloth wrapped around your index and middle finger dip it in the melted polish so you get

a thick layer of polish on it. Now apply to the toe cap area of the boot and rub until evenly spread

all over. Now get your hairdryer on the warmest heat and warm the polish until it become liquidand starts to melt evenly over the top cap. Once even allow to dry, once dry wet your 3 cotton

wool pads in the warm water. The first cotton wool pad will get some polish on it, use this to rub all

over to remove the top layer of loose polish. Then use the second one to rub in small circles all

over the boot. Repeat this for around 10 minutes. When done, apply another layer of polish as

done in the start and re do the process. To get a glass shine you may need to repeat this process

3-4 times and then finally buff with your second lint free cloth. A good tip to getting that final shine

is to breathe on the boot and use a clean non wet cotton wool pad to rub in the condensation.

Method 2: Spit Polish

The equipment is similar to the above method

Kiwi Parade gloss

Lint Free cloth x1

Cotton wool pads or buds (x3)

Warm Water

Newspaper

Lay out the newspaper as to protect the surface you are doing this on. Wet 2 of the cotton wool

buds. On the first one put the parade gloss. The second one must be kept clean. With the first bud

rub in a moderate amount of polish to give the entire toecap a light covering. Now with the second

bud rub in small circles all over the toecap until all the polish is rubbed in. Now repeat this for

anywhere upwards of 50 minutes. While this method will take longer than the one above, it

produces a much deeper shine that looks smarter and will endure a lot more while not cracking.



Method 3: Bees waxing

Mix polish and beeswax in a pot/bowl and heat it up with a hot air stripper until it melted. Use a

lollipop stick to mix it up and paint it onto your boots with a paint brush, so it is on nice and thick.

Paint more onto the top of the boot than the sides. Take the hot air stripper and wave it over the

lumpy bits on your boots until it is all smooth. It will run, and that is why you lay more on the top

than the sides. Before it is fully dry, take a sharp knife and cut away all the lumps that will have

formed around the welts - they will peel off in one strip if the wax is not fully dry.

Wait until it is completely dry, and then do it again.

To avoid the cracking between the laces and the toecap - get boots that are one size too big and

stuff them with paper, aim your blowtorch at the area between the toecap and the laces and heat

the leather until it shrinks. This will have the effect of pulling the toecap up - but it also permanently

forms the end of the boot, so when you walk the area does not crack (as there is no need for it to

move - it is pre-shrunk). You need to have a pair of boots that is one size to big though, otherwise

if you shrink your own boots then they will not fit.

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