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The Roman Military Medical Service

“The Roman military had a medical system that was extraordinary for the ancient world. It was based on the teachings of Greek medicine and emphasized both prevention – maintenance of conditions for good public health – and healing of battle-wounded soldiers. A nutritious diet, a carefully monitored water supply, and strict rules about sanitation helped… Read More

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What is the Minimum Weight to Join the Royal Marines?

Prior to 01 April 2011 the minimum weight standard for the Royal Marines attending the Potential Royal Marines Course (PRMC) was 60 kilogrammes (kg), after this date it was raised to 65 kg. The minimum weight of 65 kg upon entry is regardless of height, which continues to be 1.51cm. However, individuals still need to… Read More

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What are the RAF Colour Perception Standards by Officer Branch?

The Royal Air Force (RAF) colour perception standards for commissioned officer roles are contained within the RAF Recruiting and Selection Branch Selection Sheets. These are summarised in Table 1. Table 1: RAF Colour Perception Standards by Officer Branch Colour Perception Standard RAF Officer Branch 1 Aerospace Battle Manager. Air Traffic Controller Officer. Engineer (CE &… Read More