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ATAK

Powerful resource and something everyone should get familiar with. The channel is also worth exploring.      

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Reflections on Puerto Rico

Great article on prepping. Worth reading. Key learning’s: Power is both an essential and a big security risk when you have it Having the ability…

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Standard Comms Training and Equipment

Missouri 3/2 has implemented a standardized plan for radio communications. The chart found in the linked document gives step by step levels for getting on air…

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Comms – Baofeng UV5R Test – Go-Bag

Most Missouri Militia units use the Baofeng UV5R for field communications. It is an affordable, tough radio. Check out the videos below. The first is…

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Using the Baofeng UV5R

Please review the slideshow below for instructions on using the Baofeng UV5R

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Signals Operation Instruction (SOI)

Militia units are issued SOI sheets. This sheet will contain a system of common communications and codes associated with those common communications. For instance, a…

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S.A.L.U.T.E. and L.A.C.E. Reports

S.A.L.U.T.E Reports SALUTE is an acronym to help militia members to capture complete information about an opposing force observed while on patrol. The details of…

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Individual Radio Equipment List

The Missouri Militia 3/2 recommends the Baofeng UV5R radio for each of its members.  It is rugged, reliable and relatively inexpensive.  It can operate on…

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Turning off the Backlight of the Baofeng UV-5R Radio

[su_button url=”http://momil32.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Baofeng_Backlight_Off.pdf” background=”#205103″ ]Download Printable Instructions[/su_button] The Baofeng radios recommended by the MO 3/2 are equipped with a backlight for the menu screen.  This backlight…

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Ham Radio Training Online

Militia members are encouraged to attain their ham radio license.  Ham radios are the communications device of choice in the field as they can provide…

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