Product Description

Offered here is an original “Cadet Training – Volume 1” (1956) pamphlet, issued by the War Office for use in the British Army Cadet Force. This vintage manual covers the fundamental principles of cadet instruction during the post-war period, including military discipline, drill, physical training, fieldcraft, and weapon handling basics.

Printed in 1956, this edition reflects the transition of the British Army from wartime practices to the modern training standards of the Cold War era. It was intended to guide instructors and cadets in building core soldiering skills, emphasizing leadership, teamwork, and self-reliance. The booklet features clear instructional text, diagrams, and period illustrations typical of mid-century military publications.

This pamphlet is an excellent historical reference for collectors of post-war British militaria, military historians, or anyone interested in Cadet Force development and training methods of the 1950s. Its compact format, authentic War Office markings, and dated title page make it a desirable original example of mid-20th-century military education material. A fine addition to any military manual or Cold War-era documentation collection.