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[[File:Pacific Partnership 2015 leaders visit Republic of Fiji Military Forces Strategic Headquarters 150609-F-YW474-061.jpg|thumb|Members of the Republic of [[Fiji Military Forces]] Quarter Guard.]] |
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[[File:U.S. Army Africa Senior Leader Engagement in Nigeria (8096370620) (2).jpg|thumb| The Quarter Guard of the [[Nigerian Army]] at the [[Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji|Command and Staff College, Jaji]], [[Jaji, Nigeria|Kaduna]]]] |
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The '''quarter guard''' is a small [[Rank (formation)|detachment]] of troops that can be used as a ceremonial guard which may be mounted at the entrance of a military unit to pay compliments as required. A quarter guard is to consist of one non-commissioned officer and six or eight [[Enlisted rank|other ranks]] formed up in two [[Rank (formation)|ranks]].<ref>''RAF Drill and Ceremonial'' AP 818 7th Edition</ref> It is technically{{Clarify|reason=vague|date=September 2014}} a minuscule [[guard of honour]]. |
The '''quarter guard''' is a small [[Rank (formation)|detachment]] of troops that can be used as a ceremonial guard which may be mounted at the entrance of a military unit to pay compliments as required. A quarter guard is to consist of one non-commissioned officer and six or eight [[Enlisted rank|other ranks]] formed up in two [[Rank (formation)|ranks]].<ref>''RAF Drill and Ceremonial'' AP 818 7th Edition</ref> It is technically{{Clarify|reason=vague|date=September 2014}} a minuscule [[guard of honour]]. |
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==Indian Army== |
==Indian Army== |
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In the [[Indian Army]] the quarter guard is the main point of security arrangements for the army camp/[[garrison]] [[Regimental depot]]. The [[regiment]]al colours, the [[Armory (military)|armoury]] and the [[treasury]] would be kept in this building. In addition to this, the quarter guard also has a lock |
In the [[Indian Army]], the quarter guard is the main point of security arrangements for the army camp/[[garrison]] [[Regimental depot]]. The [[regiment]]al colours, the [[Armory (military)|armoury]] and the [[treasury]] would be kept in this building. In addition to this, the quarter guard also has a lock-up often in the [[guardhouse]] to hold [[soldier]]s charged with minor [[crime]]s ([[absent without leave]], [[drunkenness]] being among the usual crimes). |
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The standard guard strength is 6 guards, 1 guard 2/ic (2nd in command - usually a [[Naik (military rank)|Naik]] or [[Lance Naik]]) and a guard commander (usually a [[Havildar]]). Additionally, in some units, a [[bugler]] would also be present for calling the various duty calls etc. At the time of emergencies/threats, the strength of the guard would be increased. |
The standard guard strength is 6 guards, 1 guard 2/ic (2nd in command - usually a [[Naik (military rank)|Naik]] or [[Lance Naik]]) and a guard commander (usually a [[Havildar]]). Additionally, in some units, a [[bugler]] would also be present for calling the various duty calls etc. At the time of emergencies/threats, the strength of the guard would be increased. |
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The Armoury is a part of the Quarter Guard. A Quarter Guard is a place of pride for the Army Unit and the guards detailed on duty there are always in ceremonials. A visiting dignitary invariably visits the Quarter Guard. A Quarter Guard is expected to reflect the high standards of the unit. It has some relation with the number of troops in presidential guard. |
The Armoury is a part of the Quarter Guard. A Quarter Guard is a place of pride for the Army Unit and the guards detailed on duty there are always in ceremonials. A visiting dignitary invariably visits the Quarter Guard. A Quarter Guard is expected to reflect the high standards of the unit. It has some relation with the number of troops in presidential guard. May be a quarter of governor general guard in British Empire. |
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== Border Security Force(BSF) == |
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In Indian [[Border Security Force]] battalions, like the Indian Army, the quarter is a special place where along with armory and treasury there subsist a guardhouse lockup where defaulting border troopers, accused of petty indiscipline cases like intoxication, AWOL, are kept under force custody. It also has a chime that is called for important regimental functions in the Battalion. |
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The guard consist of total 8 troopers including one guard commander and one guard second-in-command in addition to a battalion Bugler. The quarter guard reflects the moral and motivation of the battalion, hence it's a well maintained and revered place in a BSF battalion. Battalion Adjutants are responsible for the overall upkeep and regular change of guard at the quarter guard. |
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Latest revision as of 17:27, 8 September 2024
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The quarter guard is a small detachment of troops that can be used as a ceremonial guard which may be mounted at the entrance of a military unit to pay compliments as required. A quarter guard is to consist of one non-commissioned officer and six or eight other ranks formed up in two ranks.[1] It is technically[clarification needed] a minuscule guard of honour.
Indian Army
[edit]In the Indian Army, the quarter guard is the main point of security arrangements for the army camp/garrison Regimental depot. The regimental colours, the armoury and the treasury would be kept in this building. In addition to this, the quarter guard also has a lock-up often in the guardhouse to hold soldiers charged with minor crimes (absent without leave, drunkenness being among the usual crimes).
The standard guard strength is 6 guards, 1 guard 2/ic (2nd in command - usually a Naik or Lance Naik) and a guard commander (usually a Havildar). Additionally, in some units, a bugler would also be present for calling the various duty calls etc. At the time of emergencies/threats, the strength of the guard would be increased.
The Armoury is a part of the Quarter Guard. A Quarter Guard is a place of pride for the Army Unit and the guards detailed on duty there are always in ceremonials. A visiting dignitary invariably visits the Quarter Guard. A Quarter Guard is expected to reflect the high standards of the unit. It has some relation with the number of troops in presidential guard. May be a quarter of governor general guard in British Empire.
Border Security Force(BSF)
[edit]In Indian Border Security Force battalions, like the Indian Army, the quarter is a special place where along with armory and treasury there subsist a guardhouse lockup where defaulting border troopers, accused of petty indiscipline cases like intoxication, AWOL, are kept under force custody. It also has a chime that is called for important regimental functions in the Battalion.
The guard consist of total 8 troopers including one guard commander and one guard second-in-command in addition to a battalion Bugler. The quarter guard reflects the moral and motivation of the battalion, hence it's a well maintained and revered place in a BSF battalion. Battalion Adjutants are responsible for the overall upkeep and regular change of guard at the quarter guard.
References
[edit]- ^ RAF Drill and Ceremonial AP 818 7th Edition
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