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W.Reese: /* Entry Level Training */

2021-09-09T20:11:41Z

Entry Level Training

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	\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game ~~keybinds~~, ~~ranks~~, setting up ~~ARMA~~ kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.		\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game key-binds, unit ranking structure, setting up ArmA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.
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	\|Ranger Assessment and Selection Program		\|Ranger Assessment and Selection Program
	\|Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP) is the ultimate test of the knowledge given in Basic Combat Training. It is an in-game examination and ~~Trainees~~ are expected to properly display their competence and knowledge within ~~ARMA~~ 3 and as a member of the 2nd Ranger Battalion.		\|Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP) is the ultimate test of the knowledge given in Basic Combat Training. It is an in-game examination and trainees are expected to properly display their competence and knowledge within ArmA 3 and as a member of the 2nd Ranger Battalion.
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	Basic Combat Training (BCT) is the primary entry training of the 2nd Ranger Battalion and takes place over two days which reinforce a myriad of skills, tactics, and techniques to further enhance a player during the Operations and further trainings performed in 2nd Ranger Battalion. Basic Combat Training primarily concerns behavior within the unit and the baseline skills needed to understand and perform within the operations. Basic Combat Training does not provide necessary qualifications to be a fully-fledged 2nd Ranger Battalion Ranger and further training will be required. Basic Combat Training's myriad of skills and information provided and taught include but are not limited to: Basic conduct including the general orders and regulations that accompany, basic radio protocol and use of Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR), the basic control scheme of ArmA 3 plus the additional mods, formations and tactics including battle-drills, weapon and Close Quarters Combat skills, and basic Combat Life Saver.		Basic Combat Training (BCT) is the primary entry training of the 2nd Ranger Battalion and takes place over two days which reinforce a myriad of skills, tactics, and techniques to further enhance a player during the Operations and further trainings performed in 2nd Ranger Battalion. Basic Combat Training primarily concerns behavior within the unit and the baseline skills needed to understand and perform within the operations. Basic Combat Training does not provide necessary qualifications to be a fully-fledged 2nd Ranger Battalion Ranger and further training will be required. Basic Combat Training's myriad of skills and information provided and taught include but are not limited to: Basic conduct including the general orders and regulations that accompany, basic radio protocol and use of Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR), the basic control scheme of ArmA 3 plus the additional mods, formations and tactics including battle-drills, weapon and Close Quarters Combat skills, and basic Combat Life Saver.

	After completing BCT a now Private ~~First Class~~ (PV1) is expected to retain the information learned in Basic Combat Training for use in the 2nd Ranger Battalion. After a trainee completes these two classes, which represent the baseline of understanding in their respective fields, they are then put through Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP), an examination that will test a trainee's abilities and their retention of knowledge offered in the previous classes. Should a trainee receive a sufficient score they are to be accepted into the 2nd Ranger Battalion. Should a trainee be billeted into a non-11 series MOS they are to be sent further down into the training pipeline for their respective MOS.		After completing BCT a now Private (PV1) is expected to retain the information learned in Basic Combat Training for use in the 2nd Ranger Battalion. After a trainee completes these two classes, which represent the baseline of understanding in their respective fields, they are then put through Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP), an examination that will test a trainee's abilities and their retention of knowledge offered in the previous classes. Should a trainee receive a sufficient score they are to be accepted into the 2nd Ranger Battalion. Should a trainee be billeted into a non-11 series MOS they are to be sent further down into the training pipeline for their respective MOS.

	=Military Occupation Specialty=		=Military Occupation Specialty=
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	Operations are the main event and greatest draw for participation within the 2nd Ranger Battalion. Operations start at 1930 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Sundays. Leadership and 160th SOAR are expected to be on the server by 1900 Eastern Standard Time. During the operation all Rangers are expected to perform with the utmost seriousness and attention to the situation as it rapidly unfolds and develops. Rangers need to be prepared for changes in the operation conditions, objectives, and even organization of their squad. The 2nd Ranger Battalion is proud to present the Operation as the peak of performance within the unit's weekly schedule and all participants are expected to give their maximum effort. The Operation is the collection of all in-game assets including Alpha Company Rangers, Hotel Company Aviators, and S-2 Intelligence ~~Sections~~.		Operations are the main event and greatest draw for participation within the 2nd Ranger Battalion. Operations start at 1930 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Sundays. Leadership and 160th SOAR (A) are expected to be on the server by 1900 Eastern Standard Time. During the operation all Rangers are expected to perform with the utmost seriousness and attention to the situation as it rapidly unfolds and develops. Rangers need to be prepared for changes in the operation conditions, objectives, and even organization of their squad. The 2nd Ranger Battalion is proud to present the Operation as the peak of performance within the unit's weekly schedule and all participants are expected to give their maximum effort. The Operation is the collection of all in-game assets including [[Alpha Company]] Rangers, [[Hotel Company]] Aviators, and the [[S-2 Intelligence]] Staff.

	=Reserves=		=Reserves=
	Rangers who can not maintain the time commitment to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, namely the Platoon Trainings and Sunday Operations, will likely be suggested to go into the reserves and enter reservist status. A reservist is not billeted within the Company in any particular squad but is welcome to attend any event as if they were active duty. The main point of Reserves is to allow those with inconsistent time schedules to approach and enter Operations and training at their leisure without having an effect on whatever billet they might have been assigned to within active duty. Rangers seeking Reserves should contact their leadership directly and be appropriately slotted as a Reservist. Reserves is not a permanent assignment and after some time may be placed into reserves. This is circumvented by donating a minimum of $3 to the unit for permanent access to reserves without removal. Reservists are under the direction of the S-1 Retention Chief and are under his supervision as long as they remain within Reserves.		Rangers who can not maintain the time commitment to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, namely the Platoon Trainings and Sunday Operations, will likely be suggested to go into the reserves and enter reservist status. A reservist is not billeted within the Company in any particular squad but is welcome to attend any event as if they were active duty. The main point of Reserves is to allow those with inconsistent time schedules to approach and enter Operations and training at their leisure without having an effect on whatever billet they might have been assigned to within active duty. Rangers seeking Reserves should contact their leadership directly and be appropriately slotted as a Reservist. Reserves is not a permanent assignment and after some time may be placed into reserves. This is circumvented by donating a minimum of $3 to the unit for permanent access to reserves without removal. Reservists are under the direction of the S-1 Retention Chief and are under his supervision as long as they remain within [[Reserves]].

W.Reese: /* Reserves */

2021-09-01T22:08:02Z

Reserves

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	=Reserves=		=Reserves=
	Rangers who can not maintain the time commitment to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, namely the Platoon Trainings and Sunday Operations, will likely be suggested to go into the reserves and enter reservist status. A reservist is not billeted within the Company in any particular squad but is welcome to attend any event as if they were active duty. The main point of Reserves is to allow those with inconsistent time schedules to approach and enter Operations and training at their leisure without having an effect on whatever billet they might have been assigned to within active duty. Rangers seeking Reserves should contact their leadership directly and be appropriately slotted as a Reservist. Reserves is not a permanent assignment and after some time may be placed into reserves. This is circumvented by donating a minimum of $3 to the unit for permanent access to reserves without removal. Reservists are under the direction of the S-1 Retention ~~NCO~~ and are under his supervision as long as they remain within Reserves.		Rangers who can not maintain the time commitment to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, namely the Platoon Trainings and Sunday Operations, will likely be suggested to go into the reserves and enter reservist status. A reservist is not billeted within the Company in any particular squad but is welcome to attend any event as if they were active duty. The main point of Reserves is to allow those with inconsistent time schedules to approach and enter Operations and training at their leisure without having an effect on whatever billet they might have been assigned to within active duty. Rangers seeking Reserves should contact their leadership directly and be appropriately slotted as a Reservist. Reserves is not a permanent assignment and after some time may be placed into reserves. This is circumvented by donating a minimum of $3 to the unit for permanent access to reserves without removal. Reservists are under the direction of the S-1 Retention Chief and are under his supervision as long as they remain within Reserves.

W.Reese: /* Entry Level Training */

2021-09-01T01:03:15Z

Entry Level Training

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	\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game keybinds, ranks, setting up ARMA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.		\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game keybinds, ranks, setting up ARMA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.
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W.Reese: /* Introduction */

2021-08-30T02:05:05Z

Introduction

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	=Introduction=		=Introduction=
	The 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment is an ArmA Unit founded September 1st, 2018 that set out to provide a realistic and capable experience in military operations on ArmA 3. New Rangers are expected to uphold the standards required of them instilled within the General Orders, Entry Level Training (ELT), and within their respect Military Occupation Specialty (MOS). Rangers are also expected to attend 1930 EST operations each and every Sunday, along with their respective platoon trainings. Rangers are entirely capable of rapid advancement and eagerness, plus competence typically yield greater rewards as options open up within the Company.		The 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment is an ArmA Unit founded September 1st, 2018 that set out to provide a realistic and capable experience in military operations on ArmA 3. New Rangers are expected to uphold the standards required of them instilled within the General Orders, Entry Level Training (ELT), and within their respect Military Occupation Specialty (MOS). Rangers are also expected to attend 1930 EST operations each and every Sunday, along with their respective platoon trainings. Rangers are entirely capable of rapid advancement and eagerness, plus competence typically yield greater rewards as options open up within the Company.
			[[File:Ranger.png\|right\|frameless\|150x150px\|A Ranger Tab.]]
	After completing the recruitment process the new Rangers are brought into the training platoon and sent through 2 days Basic Combat Training. BCT covers all aspects of the combat experience one might run into, including operation of radios, weapons, battle drills and tactics, formations, and close quarters combat (CQC) techniques. After, they attend Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP) in order to be tested and inducted into the 2nd Ranger Battalion. After Ranger Assessment and Selection Program a new Rangers is expected to attend the Combat Lifesaver Qualification (CLS) and then attend Air Assault school.		After completing the recruitment process the new Rangers are brought into the training platoon and sent through 2 days Basic Combat Training. BCT covers all aspects of the combat experience one might run into, including operation of radios, weapons, battle drills and tactics, formations, and close quarters combat (CQC) techniques. After, they attend Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP) in order to be tested and inducted into the 2nd Ranger Battalion. After Ranger Assessment and Selection Program a new Rangers is expected to attend the Combat Lifesaver Qualification (CLS) and then attend Air Assault school.

W.Reese: /* Entry Level Training */

2021-08-29T23:14:08Z

Entry Level Training

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	Entry Level Training is the pipeline that brings all personnel into the 2nd Ranger Battalion ecosystem. 11B Infantryman is the Military Occupation Specialty earned after the completion of Entry Level Training.		Entry Level Training is the pipeline that brings all personnel into the 2nd Ranger Battalion ecosystem. 11B Infantryman is the Military Occupation Specialty earned after the completion of Entry Level Training.
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	\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game keybinds, ranks, setting up ARMA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.		\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game keybinds, ranks, setting up ARMA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.

A.Hajo: /* Reserves */

2021-08-26T19:32:58Z

Reserves

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	=Reserves=		=Reserves=
	Rangers who can not maintain the time commitment to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, namely the Platoon Trainings and Sunday Operations, will likely be suggested to go into the reserves and enter reservist status. A reservist is not billeted within the Company in any particular squad but is welcome to attend any event as if they were active duty. The main point of Reserves is to allow those with inconsistent time schedules to approach and enter Operations and training at their leisure without having an effect on whatever billet they might have been assigned to within active duty. Rangers seeking Reserves should contact their leadership directly and be appropriately slotted as a Reservist.		Rangers who can not maintain the time commitment to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, namely the Platoon Trainings and Sunday Operations, will likely be suggested to go into the reserves and enter reservist status. A reservist is not billeted within the Company in any particular squad but is welcome to attend any event as if they were active duty. The main point of Reserves is to allow those with inconsistent time schedules to approach and enter Operations and training at their leisure without having an effect on whatever billet they might have been assigned to within active duty. Rangers seeking Reserves should contact their leadership directly and be appropriately slotted as a Reservist. Reserves is not a permanent assignment and after some time may be placed into reserves. This is circumvented by donating a minimum of $3 to the unit for permanent access to reserves without removal. Reservists are under the direction of the S-1 Retention NCO and are under his supervision as long as they remain within Reserves.

A.Hajo: /* Entry Level Training */

2021-08-26T19:25:55Z

Entry Level Training

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	\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|		\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game keybinds, ranks, setting up ARMA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.
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	\|Basic Combat Training Day 2		\|Basic Combat Training Day 2
	\|		\|Basic Combat Training Day 2 regards mainly the theoretical and tactical portion of the instruction. Movement Formations and Bounding, Battle Drills such as 1A (React to Contact) and 1B (React to Indirect Fire). Day 2 also covers Linear Danger Areas (LDAs) and Open Danger Areas (ODAs) along with types of ambushes. Finally Basic Combat Training Day 2 covers vehicle operations, including operation of the Long Range Radio (LR) and vehicle convoy formations, along with that Close Quarters Combat (CQC) is touched upon and Recruits are ran through the kill house.
	\|1 hour 30 mins		\|1 hour 30 mins
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	\|Ranger Assessment and Selection Program		\|Ranger Assessment and Selection Program
	\|		\|Ranger Assessment and Selection Program (RASP) is the ultimate test of the knowledge given in Basic Combat Training. It is an in-game examination and Trainees are expected to properly display their competence and knowledge within ARMA 3 and as a member of the 2nd Ranger Battalion.
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A.Hajo at 18:31, 26 August 2021

2021-08-26T18:31:41Z

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	=Reserves=		=Reserves=
	~~fart~~		Rangers who can not maintain the time commitment to the 2nd Ranger Battalion, namely the Platoon Trainings and Sunday Operations, will likely be suggested to go into the reserves and enter reservist status. A reservist is not billeted within the Company in any particular squad but is welcome to attend any event as if they were active duty. The main point of Reserves is to allow those with inconsistent time schedules to approach and enter Operations and training at their leisure without having an effect on whatever billet they might have been assigned to within active duty. Rangers seeking Reserves should contact their leadership directly and be appropriately slotted as a Reservist.

A.Hajo at 18:26, 26 August 2021

2021-08-26T18:26:36Z

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	=Reserves=		=Reserves=
			fart

A.Hajo: /* Operations */

2021-08-26T18:26:09Z

Operations

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	Operations are the main event and greatest draw for participation within the 2nd Ranger Battalion. Operations start at 1930 EST on Sundays. Leadership and 160th SOAR are expected to be on the server by 1900 ~~EST~~. The ~~typical~~ schedule ~~for Operations~~ are		Operations are the main event and greatest draw for participation within the 2nd Ranger Battalion. Operations start at 1930 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Sundays. Leadership and 160th SOAR are expected to be on the server by 1900 Eastern Standard Time. During the operation all Rangers are expected to perform with the utmost seriousness and attention to the situation as it rapidly unfolds and develops. Rangers need to be prepared for changes in the operation conditions, objectives, and even organization of their squad. The 2nd Ranger Battalion is proud to present the Operation as the peak of performance within the unit's weekly schedule and all participants are expected to give their maximum effort. The Operation is the collection of all in-game assets including Alpha Company Rangers, Hotel Company Aviators, and S-2 Intelligence Sections.

	=Reserves=		=Reserves=

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	Entry Level Training is the pipeline that brings all personnel into the 2nd Ranger Battalion ecosystem. 11B Infantryman is the Military Occupation Specialty earned after the completion of Entry Level Training.		Entry Level Training is the pipeline that brings all personnel into the 2nd Ranger Battalion ecosystem. 11B Infantryman is the Military Occupation Specialty earned after the completion of Entry Level Training.
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	\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game keybinds, ranks, setting up ARMA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.		\|Basic Combat Training Day 1\|\|Basic Combat Training Day 1 encompasses most of the practical skills required for 2nd Ranger Battalion operations. Policies, General Orders and the Calendar. Game keybinds, ranks, setting up ARMA kits, and uniform policy. Squad structure and the signal plan, plus roles and chain of command. Basic Combat Training also covers Land Navigation. One of the most important parts of Basic Combat Training is communication and working the radios with Task Force Arrowhead Radio (TFAR). After going over communication, radio reports, and additional frequencies Recruits are then taught Combat Life Saver techniques, Anti-Tank procedures and weapons usage.