Texas Light Foot Militia
The Texas Light Foot Militia (TLFM) is a privately organized militia in the state of Texas. The TLFM was organized in the light foot model after the Idaho Light Foot Militia, which was founded in 2009.[1]
Training
Training for members of the Texas Light Foot Militia includes basic marksmanship, including rifle and pistol, field communication, first aid, small unit movements, land navigation, survivalism, and camouflage. Skills are measured on a scale of three levels: Skill Level 1, Skill Level 2, and Skill Level 3. The qualifications of each level are more difficult than the previous level.[2]
Activities
In July 2015, the 423rd Battalion of the Texas Light Foot Militia deployed members to stand guard outside of a military recruiting office in Tyler, Texas following the 2015 Chattanooga shootings.[3]
Organization
| Battalion | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Battalion | Anderson County | |
| 73rd Battalion | Cherokee County | |
| 183rd Battalion | Gregg County | |
| 213th Battalion | Henderson County | |
| 325th Battalion | Medina County | |
| 423rd Battalion | Smith County |
References
- ↑ McKnight, Matt Mills (2 August 2012). "'Teeth of the Constitution:' Light Foot Militia rises in Idaho's backcountry". NBC News. Retrieved 14 January 2016.
- ↑ "Militia Standards and Principles of the Light Foot" (PDF). Idaho Light Foot Militia Official Website. Retrieved 14 January 2015.
- ↑ "Texas Town Has Citizen Militia Standing Guard at Recruiters Office". Retrieved 14 January 2016.
- ↑ "Texas Light Foot Militia HQ". Light Foot Militia Official Website. Retrieved 14 January 2016.