NY-962nd AFJROTC
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The NY-962nd Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps was formed in Bronx Aerospace High School, (located in Bronx, New York) in 1996 and it is the second unit formed in the New York State. The current Wing Commander is Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Roshane Morrison, with the Vice Wing Commander being Cadet Major Landerverde. The unit also has two ASI's, Master Sergeant Picone ,Technical Sergeant Williams and Sidberry Technical Sergeant.
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[edit] Uniform
All cadets are issued Air Force Dress Uniforms. Cadets are required to wear the uniform everyday, clean and creased. Uniform costs are $100 (for one full set). Enlisted Ranks are placed on each bottom side of the collar, and officer ranks are placed on the lapels of the shirt.
[edit] Proper Care
All cadets must care for their uniform, as it is a symbol to the men and women fighting in uniform today. Shoes must be shined, shirts must be cleaned and creased, and pants must be hemmed. Very Severe punishments can come if a uniform rule is violated. Cadets may also not mix Military uniform with Civilian clothing.
[edit] Teams
[edit] Unarmed Regulation Drill Team
Regulation Drill Team executes drill commands from the Team Commander. They are the backbone of the unit and usually go to compeitions with the color guard and rifle team. All members of this team must know all basic Drill Commands (Facing Movements, Marching, etc).
[edit] Armed Exbition Drill Team
An armed rifle team that executes drill commands while armed with a M1 Garand (Note that a special rod has been welded into the barrel of each weapon so it is rendered incapable of firing). There are severe punishments if the rifle is dropped or aimed at someone, as it is considered disrepectful to the team and the unit. (Note: The Light Version weighs about 8-9 pounds, while the heavy version weighs about 18-19 pounds).
[edit] Color Guard
The Color Guard is the most difficult unit to enter, as it requires complete focus and attention. The Color Guards consists of four capable cadets: one cadet holds the American Flag, another holds the AFJROTC Flag, and the other two hold the M1 Garand. If either the flags or the rifle is dropped, it is considered utterly disrespectful to the unit and the country, and cadets who do this are seen in a deep negative light by others and are advised to never return to the school.
