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Learning the essential skills of map reading and compass use is a must for any cadet who aims to excel in outdoor activities. These skills not only build confidence but also prepare you for real-life scenarios where navigation is key. Whether you’re embarking on a training exercise or a field expedition, mastering these tools will set you apart. Here’s a...

Fieldcraft - Overview Fieldcraft covers everything to do with military life outdoors. Being ‘out in the field’ means that you are away from modern facilities and have to operate and survive with just whatever you can carry and take with you. This can be in woodland, fields or even mountainous areas. This is an excerpt from The Army Cadet Basic Training...

The XM25 (now the MXT135), designed by Minnesota's Alliant Techsystems, has been in development for several years. The U.S. Army's new rifle was first field tested between 2010 - 2013 by soldiers in Afghanistan. Deemed as extremely effective it has been Nicknamed ‘The Punisher’! How it works The XM25 is a next-generation, semi-automatic weapon designed for effectiveness against enemies protected...