A Leutnant and his Unteroffizier address the Ausbildung Abteilung prior to their first introduction to basic tactical formations.
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
A Leutnant and his Unteroffizier address the Ausbildung Abteilung prior to their first introduction to basic tactical formations.
The theory behind the formations and ensuing exercises are explained.
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
The theory behind the formations and ensuing exercises are explained.
Soldaten listen intently, in this case a contrast between experience and youth.
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
Soldaten listen intently, in this case a contrast between experience and youth.
The Leutnant illustrates exactly what is required from the men.
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
The Leutnant illustrates exactly what is required from the men.
Stabsgefreiter - the experience this man possesses has been recognised by this lesser used rank. Further progress will be unlikely though, as his perceived lack of academic ability will in all probability have seen him reach his leadership potential.
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
Stabsgefreiter - the experience this man possesses has been recognised by this lesser used rank. Further progress will be unlikely though, as his perceived lack of academic ability will in all probability have seen him reach his leadership potential.
Words in to action! The Abteilung throw themselves into the exercises with the bark of the Unteroffizier in their ears.
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
Words in to action! The Abteilung throw themselves into the exercises with the bark of the Unteroffizier in their ears.
Schutzenkette!
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
Schutzenkette!
A portrait of an officer. He will be assessing the performance of his NCO's throughout the training, as soon the decision making will be employed at the front and the lives of their men will be in their hands.
Photograph by Simon Patrick © 2008. No un-authorised use.
A portrait of an officer. He will be assessing the performance of his NCO's throughout the training, as soon the decision making will be employed at the front and the lives of their men will be in their hands.