Squdron History Although, the Squadron can trace its history back to 1583 through the Yellow Company of London Trained Bands, the true history began in 1794 with the raising of the East Kent Regiment of Yeomanry and the West Kent Yeomanry. The 3rd County of Imperial Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) were raised in 1900 for the Boer War. The Kent Yeomanry Regiments became one at the start of WW1 and served with the 3rd County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) at Gallipoli and at the capture of Jerusalem. Both Regiments also served in France and Flanders until the end of the war. During World War II the Kent Yeomanry saw action in France, North Africa, and Normandy. The Sharpshooters were expanded into two tank regiments, the 3rd and 4th County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) and saw service in North Africa, Italy, Normandy and Germany. In 1926 the London and Kent Artillery were constituted as 65th Field Brigade RFA, and they became the first TA Regiment to be mechanised. As such they fought at Dunkirk, in North Africa and in Western Europe. In 1961 the Kent Yeomanry and the 3/4th County of London Yeomanry (Sharpshooters) amalgamated as an armoured recce Regiment. The London and Kent Artillery was now 265 Light Air Defence Regiment. In 1969 elements of all three Regiments amalgamated to become a 265 (KCLY) Signal Squadron (71st (Yeomanry) Signal Regiment). What can we offer? We don't expect you to become experts so we will train you to achieve all the skills required, from handling weapons safely to operating our modern sophisticated communications equipment. At present we have vacancies (for both men and women) in the following trades: Telecommunications Operators: to operate HF, VHF radios, teleprinters and to run Communications Centres as part of our UK role; Cooks: to feed the Squadron; Clerks: to adminster the Squadron; Technicians: to keep our radio equipment operational; Driver/ Electrician: to transport the Squadron and to provide us with mobile power, and Medical Assistants: to keep us operational in the field and barracks!

Is That all? No ! If you put in the time, the rewards are many. We have a vital role in National Defence, for which we train hard, but we also enjoy the lighter side of life, so apart from the numerous social events there are opportunities to learn to parachute, ski, sail, rock climb and even abseil back down!. It is also possible to go on expeditions with Raleigh International or even find out how other countries' reserve forces train, by going on an exchange visits to the US National Guard! The choice is yours, show your commitment to the Squadron, find the extra time and away you go. Pay We are paid at the same basic rate as the Regular forces for every days training undertaken. If you fulfil the official commitment you will receive a tax free bounty. This increases with the number of years service. Commitment The minimum requirement to qualify for the bounty is: 15 days In-Camp training (Annual Camp). 16 days out of camp training (8 weekends a year). Regular Attendance on Tuesday nights throughout the year. Successful completion of an annual personal weapons test (APWT), Nuclear Biological and Chemical Tests (NBC), first aid and complete the Army Basic Fitness Test (a 3 mile run!). As a recruit you must attend a two week recruit course during your first year which will count in lieu of Annual Camp. What next? If you are 17 - 32, a UK citizen, relatively fit, in good health and able to put in the time, then contact us at the addresses below Recruiting Officer Recruiting Officer 265 (KCLY) Signal Squadron 884 Troop TA Centre TA Centre Watling Street Dykes Road Bexleyheath Brighton Kent DA6 7QQ 01322 525522/3 01273 504864