Did you know that the Cadet movement celebrated its 150th Anniversary in 2010?
In 1860 as a direct result of the impact of the Industrial Revolution and Britain’s concerns over France’s emerging strength and power, Lord Lieutenants were invited to raise volunteer battalions; almost simultaneously junior forces were established – young brothers wishing to emulate and share in the camaraderie and adventures of their bothers and neighbours.
Some were short lived, but many survived and today’s Cadets can trace their origins back to these days. The Cadet movement is very much focused on the youth of our nation and the Services’ Cadets continue to make a significant impact upon the nation’s youth agenda.
The Cadet Movement could not sustain or achieve the success it has, and continues to enjoy, without its civilian employees and adult volunteers. Today with their support and dedication the Cadet Movement continues to thrive and grow and have a significant impact upon the nation’s youth agenda.
Who are they?
Cadets are teenagers who take part in activities at a Cadet Unit or detachment, within their local community. Activities are designed to help Cadets to become more self-confident, to develop their leadership skills to improve their physical fitness and communication skills, and to teach self-discipline through challenging training, and to foster community awareness and respect for others.
Adult Volunteers are the people that have a positive impact on the young people of our nation by shaping the future and helping them to achieve things they never thought possible.
Today the Cadet Movement is a gateway to recognised vocational qualifications from the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme to BTEC First Diplomas which can help in working and school life.
Would you like to be part of such an historic, but very much a youth movement of the 21st century? If you do then take a few minutes to browse through what the cadet movement has to offer you.
