Tom A.
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"Been in the Army can sometimes be arduous, fight through it and reap the benefits. Whether it be mental or physical robustness. You will surpass it and shine through the other side!"

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About Tom A.

Main motivation

From been in the JAMC to deploying worldwide to conduct Movements, everything that goes and comes back to the UK has at some point gone through a Movement Controller. 29 Regiment RLC is one of the busiest operational camps in the UK that contributes to Operations, Exercises and Humanitarian aid. So my motivation stems from knowing we make a massive impact on their success. Knowing that my progression throughout my career as a Movement Controller in the Army can be transferred into civilian qualifications making me more of a valuable asset to future potential employers.

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Been in the Army can sometimes be arduous, fight through it and reap the benefits. Whether it be mental or physical robustness. You will surpass it and shine through the other side!
Greatest achievement
I was deployed to aid in the biggest Non-Combatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) since WW2, OPERATION PITTING. We processed over 15,000 British nationals and eligible Afghans in 16 days. Myself and my team set the record for the most amount of passengers loaded to a C-17 Aircraft. This operation had pushed me past my mental and physical state but I fought through it and the outcome was immense. I had changed the lives of so many people, made friends and even had a present from a young British Afghan child which was a picture she drew of me, I will never forget the experience and I couldn't be prouder of all the boys and girls that deployed on that operation.

Discussions with Tom A.

Hi I've currently applied and i need help on what i should train to prepare myself for whats coming.

Applications, Application support

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Hi Tom, I am interested to become a Reservist with British Army. I am active and passionate person.

Hi Tom, I am interested to become a Reservist with British Army. I am active and passionate about this career and would like to know if there exceptions for age range. Thank you

Eligibility advice, Eligibility

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I have no clue what role would suit me apart from that I'd want it to be something active

I am 14 and have always too a liking to the army and I am planning on applying to AFC Harrogate but I'd like to at least narrow down to 1-5 roles in the army but I currently have no idea what would suit me as of now and was wondering if there are any roles where I would be deployed overseas?

Role, Role description

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hi i was wondering what gcses i need to be a vehicle mechanic in the army as its a career path im look to go down the

Eligibility advice, Qualifications

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Is the infantry a good career choice in the army and does it also bring other jobs after being discharged?

Career development, Career progression

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