Everybody talks about SAS, SBS and SRR in special forces but 18th Signals and 63 Signals Squadron is never talked about. Also not alot of information is about them on the internet. What makes them part of UKSF and also what differentiates them from traditional signal operators in the regiment. thanks.

This is a belt that my dad has had for 60+ years. The story is that it belonged to my (millennial, born 1987) great great great uncle. Who we do know served in WW1 and won some kind of medal for tunnelling under enemy trenches and laying mines.

No idea whether this story has any legs, does anyone know? Or have a suggestion of where I could ask?

Thanks!

Sorry for the random question but a conversation about kettles in another sub triggered a memory and got me curious. TIA if you can help.

Anyone highly recommend a headtorch that they’ve used in the field?

Heard of the brands like petzl, been looking also at the Princeton series as well. Want one ideally with the best red light.

Does anyone now if it is Gen that you get protected time in the last 6 months of resettlement or are you just protected with GRT days?

I’ve heard people quoting you are non deployable for Ops and exercises in the last 6 months but I can’t find any JSPs stating this.

Any help would be appreciated? Failing any one knowing, I will see the RCMO on Monday

Hi,

Looking to know if anyone could tell me if eyesight for example "ESE is -6.5 in each eye and this is with correction to 6/9 visual acuity" is too poor to be accepted to the army ?

Cheers

I'm 20 and am training to be a dental nurse and have been interested in a future prospect of being a dental nurse within the British army. I am physically fit and mentally stable however went through a period of self harm when I was in my teen years. I do have visible scarring on one of my arms now due to my poor choice of coping mechanism whilst going through a highly stressful event.

Have my past actions destroyed all chances of joining? I still would like to provide patient care and am passionate within my field, however I feel that due to my past period of decline which I have now fully recovered from, that it will significantly impact any chance of this prospect. Any thoughts/advice?

Thank you for your time reading this, I hope you have a lovely day/evening.

Hi I'm aspiring to join the Signals as a Network engineer, supposing I carry on taking interest in my fitness and meeting standards which will do me well. Would it be possible to attempt P company as a signaller.

In total honesty I've read some of the things about false advertising on behalf of the recruitment team to cover the "Cyber Engineer" role within the signals in sprinkles & I'm anxious that I might not like it; would I be able to switch regiments say to the infantry if I gave good reason? Or even branches? (Sorry for so many questions)

And as a bonus question does that mean I would be detached to a more para oriented regiment?

Hi! I'm currently doing my A-levels and after I finish school I was thinking of going into some form of intelligence job within the military, I just had some questions about the career. What is the difficulty of the training like? What are the living conditions and pay like? And finally, is there any job which avoids combat as a whole?

I struggled with childhood anxiety and was on Setraline the last 4 months I’ve not been on it and no longer see a dr about it. I quit cold turkey on them and never told my drs. So I’m aware I need update them about how long I’ve not been on them. But it’s anger me as I don’t deal with anything I did in my childhood, I’m healthy, happy. And not on any meds or have any health issues. And this is all I’ve ever wanted to do. And I can’t tell you how devestated I’ll be if they tell me no.

I’m quite tall. Could that cause any complications in the army?

After a previous post in the past I have decided that I should get a trade within the Armed Forces. After looking into many different roles I could be doing I am drawn to wanting to go down the IT / Comp Science route, specifically cybersecurity.

From what I've found online, the best way to get into cybersecurity in the forces down the line is through a few different roles. The role within the Army I've seen is the Infomation Services Engineer, but I've also seen the Cyberspace Communications Specalist role in the RAF.

I was hoping someone with some more in-depth knowledge could suggest which role would serve my interests better and why? I've always had my eye on the Army but if the RAF would be a better way of life for getting into cybersecurity then so be it.

Any advice or opinions will be appriciated. Cheers.

Im just looking for a bit of insight, I am currently a Bus Driver but have always been good with fixing cars (had my own business doing it)

I was going to go to college a year ago and do the course, but fate would have it my work wouldnt allow me to do both,

But they gave me a false sense of they would intergrate me into the Mechanical side of things (This never happened)

so now I am currently looking at my options on this one.

If anyone could give me an Insight to what its like in the army.

Thanks All

I left the army reserves a couples of years ago and looking to join back with the goal of going full time. Would it be better just to apply to go regs straight or transfer once in the reserves?

Are the 21/23 SAS Reserve considered "real" SAS by the 22nd or they are viewed as "weekend warriors"?

EDIT: I pose the question as a someone from a fellow NATO country. We have reserves infantry and artillery guys as well as reserve officers. Special Forces is a full time job so I pose this question. Special Forces is just not something you do "part time". This is why I post this question. It is most bizarre for me.

How difficult is the process of transferring from Infantry soldier to CMT? And what is the process?

Hi all im hoping i can have some advice on the process as the website isnt too clear.

Im now on the stage they get my medical documents. I have anxiety meds on there issued in 2021 and last issued in 2022 along with sertraline (anti depressants 2022 and last issued aug 23)

Im aware this may lead to a close in application, is this correct?

How would i go about disputing this? I was on the medication due to a SA which happened.

I am currently mentally well as i received all the help i needed.

Thank you all , any advice id appreciate

Hi, I'm part of the army reserves and just picked up my kit today. Is it disrespectful or not allowed or anything to wear and use the kit for hiking? I just joined a hiking society in my uni.

I have a Zoom interview tomorrow. What sort of questions might I be asked?

I really need the best tips and hacks to get me through basic from taking care of my feet, muscles skin to literally, eating and sleeping. Hacks for Stag, hacks for literally anything and all of it. Please! Especially what to bring with you. What you wish you’d known and brought with you!

Hi, a little bit of a strange request, when I take my mind off pain or discomfort I will usually repeat lyrics in my head. As a distraction. I know how gureling basic can be, and I’m just trying to think of motivating things that I can focus on switching my mind too especially when we’re on rotating sleeping shifts, long walks etc it would really help me! Any tips or tricks to distract myself from being wet, cold and tired!

I mean if the US invaded either or both. Canada is part of the Commonwealth and NATO. They are our allies. And Greenland has a similar thing with Denmark. So I can't see us just sitting back while it happens, but how much help would we give? Help with supplies and transport? Or would we be putting boots on the ground?

Hello 👋🏻 I’m wondering if having a c section from birth is a bar in joining the army? As it’s major surgery on your record ? I’ve been looking online and can’t find anything online.

Has anyone got any experience moving from one branch of reserves to another? (RNR to Army reserve most helpful but interested to hear about others) happy with the process just looking to hear a bit of people's personal experiences etc. Thanks

Hey everyone, just needing to vent a bit because these pad wives are really starting to piss me off. I keep running into them and they're just unbearably rude.

I walk along a trail around the outside of camp a lot, usually talking to friends or family on the phone. Some of these wives walk there too and they always seem to have a problem with me. I've been accused of trespassing, asked to show my mod 90 / "some form of ID" and even told to switch off my phone because I might pick up on "important intelligence" .

One of them constantly blasts god awful music from her car when she drives onto camp - everyone stares and rolls their eyes when she pulls up.

They’re always in the front office whining about their “rights” as if nobody else is struggling. The accommodation here is crap for everyone (my friend literally got mould poisoning last year) but somehow it’s an emergency that her house is “too small” or her carpet is "a bit mucky." Like aren't you supposed to be a housewife? Clean it.

Another thing that takes the cake - my friend in HR told me about some pad wife who demanded her husband be sent back from the Falklands because of an “emergency.” Everyone was freaking out, thinking it was a serious situation.. turns out her autistic son wouldn’t put his shoes on. His SHOES. And she wanted the husband brought back for that! How is that even remotely acceptable?

I get that some of them might be struggling or miss their husbands but the entitlement and attitude are just out of control. Not all of them are bad, some are nice but when they’re awful.. wow, they're awful.

Anyone else had experiences like this? It’s driving me up the wall.

I have received some follow up questions regarding dental. I currently am with a private dentist as like most cannot get an nhs dentist.

I do unfortunately need some fillings but i cannot afford it at the moment as its costing me over £400.

Can anyone advise when they check your dental and how this will affect my application?

Evening everyone,

Former regular looking into specialist reserve opportunities, particularly interested in 77 Brigade.

My current professional background and experience seems aligned with their requirements and considering application. Looking to understand:

• Reserve/civilian career balance
• General commitment expectations (I understand National Reserve is fairly minimal)
• Application process
• Expectations and opportunities.
• Unit ethos

Not seeking operational details - just trying to determine if it's worth exploring further. So, feel free to spin some dits!

Appreciate any insights from those with knowledge. Feel free to PM if preferred.

Thanks in advance 762ST

Hello, Right now my family state is not the best (verbally abused all the time) although my parents have agreed for me to join AFC Harrogate would i able be able to put my grandads phone number down instead of my parents i know when you turn up you have to say who to call and all that also if i was to explain to AFC Harrogate i am being Verbally abused at home what would they do would they inform social services or something. (when i was younger i was hit legally as it is legal but when my mum has her outburst it can turn into pushing not strong but enough to make me stumble sometimes but it is rare i am also going to stop talking to my parents when im 18.)