Hi, first post here, and I hope it gets taken in the way I mean it... basically before I say anything i'll clarify something: I am not anti-reg in any way, and am on here to learn about the Regiment with the intention of possibly joining as an officer later on. I have served before as Army TA and served on FTRS.
With regards to the video, I thought it was good, but did wonder about something.
In the video the OC is saying something about this being the part of the course that puts the Regiment on a par with the Paras and Marines, but it seems that he is refering to a 5 mile tab and then a live firing platoon attack. Have I got this right?
If so, then the next bit isn't going to come across too well. Is it really fair to compare a 5 mile march and shoot to P-Coy or CTC? Bearing in mind each of these courses have tabs of 20 miles and 30 miles respectively, and a whole host of other challenges such as 9 mile speed marches.
I'm hoping i've missed something, or there is a lot more to the course..
And this bit, definately isn't having a go at the Regiment, but I think if people want to be respected by other units and forces then it is important to give those units the respect they deserve in return.
Slagging "crap-hat" infantry units seems just wrong, especially in todays climate where units such as Royal Anglians, and PWRR have had contacts on a daily basis and lost lads in battles where they have held their own and excelled at their job. Just reading a book like "Sniper One" will make this apparent. This is also without mentioning the other "elite" units such as the para and commando trained sappers, gunners and scaleys.
Respectfully, Shortty.
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