Scottish Battalions to lose their names (1 Viewer)

[Jack]

You can always tell when the cuts are going too far!

Is that a German Shepherd? All empires end up recruiting from their former enemies!

 

[waynepoo]

Is that a German Shepherd? All empires end up recruiting from their former enemies!

Certainly not a Scottish terrier.....:smile2:

 

[johnnybach]

As well as employing Fido,(and casting aside the somewhat racist remarks attributed to this British born pooch!), you might care to cast an eye over our latest Lightweight, Air Portable Reconnaiassance Vehicle. This was due to enter service in 2015 - but deployment has been brought forward due to several unforseen advantages when first suggested - (around 1850, I think).

Firstly, it is, of course, extremely environmentally friendly - as noxious emisions are vastly reduced - as it runs on very little fuel, other than the occasional Naafi steak & gristle pie for the pedaler. The reduced maintenance involved, has also meant that complex REME servicing schedules are vastly reduced - allowing savings to be made in both tools and personnel in that area too. You may note that all round observation is also greatly increased for both Driver and Gunner, over the usual reccee vehicles.

Secondly, it helps improve the driver's fitness and wellbeing. though it has to be admitted that the armour is somehat reduced.

Thirdly, of course - it is much, much cheaper than a Scorpion - which it is set to replace.

Whilst fourthly - and this is perhaps the masterstroke intended - it makes all personnel feel such right Prats, that they are only too keen to take up the option of EVR (Early Voluntary Release) at the earliest opportunity.

Isn't it great that an Accountant with an MBA is now in charge? Who needs Generals any more? (Hmmmm? good idea that - how many of those can we cut?)

 

[Martin Tabony]

I heard something about a referendum for Scotland to leave the UK, God forbid that the people would vote to part company with the UK but what would be the outcome then for the Scottish Battalions?. From over here it looks like being part of the EU in hindsight was a very bad idea.
Wayne.

I'm much closer and it looks like a bad idea! And ofcourse if they do get independance will we have to defend Berwick again? Will the Kingdom of Northumbria be able to take back Edinburgh?

Martin

 

[johnnybach]

I'm much closer and it looks like a bad idea! And ofcourse if they do get independance will we have to defend Berwick again? Will the Kingdom of Northumbria be able to take back Edinburgh?

Martin

Is Northumbria set to go for independance too then martin? It will have to - if you want it to be a Kingdom again.

As for taking back Edinburgh - well, how many battalions will you have left - if the Bean Counter in Westminster hasn't emasculated the Scots regiments sufficiently by the time you're ready to invade? Dust off that Chieftan you have at the back of the garage - and fill her up with coal!

complicated stuff all of this. I blame the Euro-zone of course - though "the Banksters" may have had a hand in it all too!

 

[lancer]

As well as employing Fido,(and casting aside the somewhat racist remarks attributed to this British born pooch!), you might care to cast an eye over our latest Lightweight, Air Portable Reconnaiassance Vehicle. This was due to enter service in 2015 - but deployment has been brought forward due to several unforseen advantages when first suggested - (around 1850, I think).

Firstly, it is, of course, extremely environmentally friendly - as noxious emisions are vastly reduced - as it runs on very little fuel, other than the occasional Naafi steak & gristle pie for the pedaler. The reduced maintenance involved, has also meant that complex REME servicing schedules are vastly reduced - allowing savings to be made in both tools and personnel in that area too. You may note that all round observation is also greatly increased for both Driver and Gunner, over the usual reccee vehicles.

Secondly, it helps improve the driver's fitness and wellbeing. though it has to be admitted that the armour is somehat reduced.

Thirdly, of course - it is much, much cheaper than a Scorpion - which it is set to replace.

Whilst fourthly - and this is perhaps the masterstroke intended - it makes all personnel feel such right Prats, that they are only too keen to take up the option of EVR (Early Voluntary Release) at the earliest opportunity.

Isn't it great that an Accountant with an MBA is now in charge? Who needs Generals any more? (Hmmmm? good idea that - how many of those can we cut?)

This looks a well thought out combat vehicle with the exception that perhaps the two-wheel drive is inadequate for rough terrain. Of course, the gunner could just dismount and push.:wink2: -- Al

 

[Terp152]

Battalion/Regimental/Division names, badges, tabs mean something to the serving soldiers. At formal mess toasts are given in memory to the fallen and unit history. Every squadron in which I've served felt they were better than the rest. History and unique identifiers help establish Esprit which is essential in operations. Bean counters will never understand that. A soldier serving in the Coldstream Guards will perform better when reminded of his unit history than simply being a member of the "3rd battalion" or whatever. Just my thoughts.

 

[BHogan]

Battalion/Regimental/Division names, badges, tabs mean something to the serving soldiers. At formal mess toasts are given in memory to the fallen and unit history. Every squadron in which I've served felt they were better than the rest. History and unique identifiers help establish Esprit which is essential in operations. Bean counters will never understand that. A soldier serving in the Coldstream Guards will perform better when reminded of his unit history than simply being a member of the "3rd battalion" or whatever. Just my thoughts.

Absolutely I couldn't agree more. In the Canadian army which is based off the British regimental system soldiers have a close attachment with their unit and seeing their regiment's colours, guidon or guns paraded instills a sense of pride and belonging that us lots when these units become numbered. I have often wondered if Americans feel the same sort of attachment to their unit since it is based on the divisional system and all of their units are numbered? Any American soldiers out there?

 

[Terp152]

Absolutely I couldn't agree more. In the Canadian army which is based off the British regimental system soldiers have a close attachment with their unit and seeing their regiment's colours, guidon or guns paraded instills a sense of pride and belonging that us lots when these units become numbered. I have often wondered if Americans feel the same sort of attachment to their unit since it is based on the divisional system and all of their units are numbered? Any American soldiers out there?

My son is a sergeant serving in B Troop of the 1/327th in the 101st Air Assault (formerly airborne) Division. There is a definite pride in their company and division. The 1/327th was a glider borne regt that landed by ship in Normandy and fought at Bastogne. They still wear the trefoil patch on their helmets today. http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=59112&d=1264638973