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  1. FREE Fieldcraft Lessons for Cadets!

    FREE Fieldcraft Lessons for Cadets!
    With the release of our new 'Fieldcraft for Cadets' handbook proving a huge success, there are now lessons available to watch on YouTube. Designed and created by an ACF adult instructor, these lessons can be transferred over all cadet forces (SCC, CCF and ATC/RAFAC). Perfect for learning at home or in the garden. The Fieldcraft for Cadets Handbook is broken...
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  2. 1476 (Rayleigh) Squadron Prepare For Their "3F's" Mess Dinner

    1476 (Rayleigh) Squadron Prepare For Their "3F's" Mess Dinner
    Welcome to 1476 (Rayleigh) Squadron, Royal Air Force Air Cadets. Let me tell you about our annual mess evening.  It is affectionately known as the 3 F’s dinner, which used to stand for First Friday in February (I wonder what you thought it stood for?!).  But now it stands for Third or "Fird" Friday in February!  It is an evening...
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  3. Drill Within the ACF and CCF

    Drill Within the ACF and CCF
    THE HISTORY BEHIND DRILL Drill is the term used to describe a formal parade where you are able to move quickly in formation from one place to another. Through history, British Army Drill has been the foundation upon which discipline; teamwork, pride and pageant have all taken equal part. In the days of the ‘Brown Bess’ musket, when in battle...
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  4. Cadet Direct to Sponsor the 2020 ACF Commandants Conference

    Cadet Direct to Sponsor the 2020 ACF Commandants Conference
    In just a few days time Cadet Direct will be sponsoring the Army Cadet Force Conference at RMA Sandhurst. Following a successful event in 2019 we are delighted to be invited back which allows us to show our latest developments in new products designed for the Cadet Forces and also bring our new ideas forward to the Commandants. Greg Potter...
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  5. A Complete Guide to ACF/CCF Cadet Uniforms, Personal Turnout, and Saluting Etiquette

    A Complete Guide to ACF/CCF Cadet Uniforms, Personal Turnout, and Saluting Etiquette
    Cadets in the Army Cadet Force (ACF) and Combined Cadet Force (CCF) are provided with uniforms that are essential to their role. Proper care and adherence to regulations are vital to maintaining the integrity of these uniforms. In this guide, we cover everything from uniform upkeep to personal turnout and saluting etiquette, ensuring cadets represent themselves and their detachment with...
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  6. The ACF - How is it organised and supported?

    The ACF - How is it organised and supported?
    The Army Cadet Force is a national voluntary youth organisation. But how is it directed, organised and supported? If we look at the ACF charter, this provides an insight into what the organisation is about: The ACF is sponsored by the Army and provides challenging military, adventurous and community activities. Its aim is to inspire young people to achieve success...
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  7. RAF Air Cadets - Shooting in the Cadets

    RAF Air Cadets - Shooting in the Cadets
    Shooting in the Air Cadets Service shooting is split into two distinct activities; shooting as a sport/competition shooting and qualification/operational firing. It is very difficult to try and treat them separately when you get down to the serious business of the skills required for shooting. However as a member of the Cadet Forces, competitive shooting is what you will be doing...
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  8. ACF Cadet - Officer/Adult Instructor Expectations

    ACF Cadet - Officer/Adult Instructor Expectations
    So what does your Officer or Adult Instructor expect from you? Like you, they are volunteers; the Army Cadet Force is their hobby.  Your Detachment will only be as good as you and other Cadets make it. Your Detachment Commander and Adult Instructors are there to encourage and train you. Work as a team - even if you do not...
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  9. Who are the RAF Air Cadets (RAFAC)?

    Who are the RAF Air Cadets (RAFAC)?
    Organisation of the Air Cadets The Air Training Corps (RAF Air Cadets) is a National voluntary youth organisation aimed at encouraging a practical interest in aviation, adventure and sport. It was established by Royal Warrant on the 5th February 1941. The age at which the cadet can join is year 8 or aged 13 and normally they leave at the...
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  10. What is the Army Cadet Force (ACF)?

    What is the Army Cadet Force (ACF)?
    What is the Army Cadet Force? - The following is an extract from the 2019-2020 Cadet's Pocket Book by Military Pocket Books. The Charter of the Army Cadet Force The Army Cadet Force is a national voluntary youth organisation. It is sponsored by the Ministry of Defence and provides challenging military, adventurous and community activities. Its aim is to inspire young people to...
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