Part 1: Ryan talks about growing up, joining the British Army via the Army Foundation College and after basic training, what it was like going through the Selection course for 4/73 (Sphinx) Special OP Battery - being one of the youngest in history to complete selection and join the elite unit. He also talks about operational tours in Afghanistan and his journey in leaving the British Army.
Ryan joined the Army Foundation College, Harrogate in 2004 and later joined the 4/73 (Sphinx) Special Observation Post Battery Royal Artillery, part of the British Army. He served for 9 years, reaching the rank of Lance Bombardier (LBdr).
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
03:47 - Growing Up
10:40 - Army Foundation College, Harrogate
17:36 - Phase 2 Training - Larkhill
21:26 - 4/73 (Sphinx) Special Observation Post Battery RA
27:23 - 4/73 Battery Selection Course
36:53 - 4/73 Unit History
41:17 - Continuation Training & Courses
48:58 - Operation Herrick Tours - Afghanistan
1:01:58 - Leaving the British Army
Music created by Gavin Watson
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