Our Sapper Reserves are unique, motivated and intelligent. They support the British Army through their civilian knowledge, trade experience and combat engineer skills.
Formed in
1539
Role
Engineering
Specialism
Combat support
The Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers (Militia) offers a unique experience to gain military engineering experience alongside your civilian life. The sapper family is strong and welcomes anyone new.
Tradespeople
Plant Operator
Communication Specialist
Combat Engineer
CURRENT DEPLOYMENTS
The British contribution to the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus.
Cyprus - Operation Tosca
PREVIOUS DEPLOYMENTS
South Sudan - Operation Trenton
UK - Operation Rescript
As a potential Sapper, you will complete basic training. This is where you will learn basic soldiering skills enabling you to be confident.
The next phase is to complete combat engineer training. This will give you the engineering knowledge required to complete tasks such as speed boat operation, handle explosives, build bridges and many other exciting tasks.
As a Sapper you will gain a trade, with the opportunity to gain civilian recognised qualifications.
R MONS RE (M) Timeline
The Corps of Engineers was formed in 1716, consisting of only 28 officers. However, the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers (Militia) can trace its roots back to 1539. After expansion and many expeditions throughout the world, the Corps of Royal Engineers was formally established in 1856, consisting of both officers and non-commissioned ranks
Regiment formed
Gained its first ‘Royal’ in 1804 as the Monmouth and Brecon Militia
Regiment gained its current title
Consisted of 1st Siege Company and 2nd & 3rd Railway Companies
Re-designated 100 and 101 Army Field Companies
Honoured with the Prince of Wales’ award
R MONS RE (M) Locations
Regimental Headquarters (RHQ)
RHQ R Mons RE (M), Monmouth, NP25 3BS 01600 711455
100 Field Squadron
100 Field Squadron, Cwmbran, Wales 01600 711455
108 Field Squadron
108 Field Squadron, Swansea, Wales 01600 711455
225 Field Squadron
225 Field Squadron, Wolverhampton, England 01600 711455
Jersey Field Squadron
Jersey Field Squadron, St Helier, St Peter Port, Jersey 01534 447100
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