The Salvan State Army

[Alliance to Restore Salvo 32]

 

Salvan State Army

Established in 2013

 

 

Introduction to the Salvan State Army:

To better the Republic of Salvo it has become paramount to our future to establish a military that shall serve and protect the people of Salvo. 

 

This document shall serve as the primary foundation of the Salvan State Army encasing vital information of enlistment, command structure, and its duties to the people of Salvo.

 

1st Brigade of the 1st Regiment of Salvo:

Often referred to as “Salvo’s Finest” the 1st Brigade is the first line of defense and method of offense for the nation of Salvo in times of war and/or turmoil. The 1st Brigade is composed of line infantry, typically armed with polearms (usually halberds or pikes) and sidearms and facing enemies in mass numbers and formation. However, members may also be seen operating as sappers, archers, crossbowmen, artillery crews, and mounted scouts depending on the needs of the brigade and the availability of specialized units from other brigades.

Current Commanding Officer: Captain Peter di Alessandria

Oath of Service:

I, _____, do solemnly swear by the might of God and the honorable President, that I will support and defend the nation of Salvo and its President against all threats and enemies, internal, external, or otherwise. Furthermore, I shall maintain bravery and loyalty in all aspects, my first loyalties to God and then to the President and the Officers over me no matter what threats I face. I shall never falter in my service, even upon pain of injury or death. So, help me God. 

 Officer Conduct:

Officers in the Salvan State Army must uphold a standard of conduct that goes beyond that of the ordinary soldier. As leaders, they should serve as role models, educators, protectors, and commanders, guiding those under their command to meet the highest standards of conduct and dignity. An officer must ensure that their subordinates are on the path to becoming exemplary soldiers.

Maintaining regular correspondence with friends, family, and colleagues is essential for an officer, as staying informed about societal events is vital; ignorance and lack of manners are never excused, regardless of their posting. Furthermore, an officer should maintain a table that reflects their rank and personal financial status, and ensure they have respectable stores of wine, tea, coffee, and cigars to foster a sense of society even in the most remote postings.

Chain of Command

General
Generals are the preeminent officers within the SSA, typically presiding over the entirety of the army with only 1 serving General being customary. However, in times of war, other Generals may be called up to lead major campaigns, auxiliary legions, excess regiments, and crucial strongholds. When no commissioned General exists, the army shall be led by the secretary of war, in combination with the Captains and Colonels.
Current Commissioned Generals: N/A
Current Acting Generals: Secretary of War, Elynora af Brasca

Captain 

Captains are the 2nd highest official commissioned rank within the military only surpassed in official rank by Generals, though of course they also answer to the Secretary of Defense and the President. Alongside this, Captains (as well as Generals) can be granted the duty of Colonel, being the presiding officer over a regiment, however, this is not a true promotion, only an expansion of duty. There is 1 Captain for every active Brigade within the military, with no more than that number existing unless for specific exemptions such as special task forces or garrison commands approved by either a General or the Secretary of Defense. Captains are the presiding officers over a single Brigade, charged with its command, organization, discipline, and logistics with many also serving the dual purpose of garrison or fort commanders.
Regimental Colonels:
1st Regiment: Captain Peter di Alessandria of the 1st Brigade

Brigade Captains of the 1st Regiment:

1st Brigade: Captain Peter di Alessandria

Lieutenant

Lieutenants are the lowest-ranking field unit-grade commissioned officers, with 3 being assigned per Brigade, and 2 Lieutenants each being assigned a Platoon to organize with an Ensign and a Sergeant directly under them to lead the squad-sized elements. Alongside this, a 3rd Lieutenant position shall be made for Brigade logistics officers, however, this is considered either a waiting position for command of a platoon, or a dead-end position for Quartermasters who have reached officer ranks. While required to have strategic knowledge and competence, Lieutenants are more often responsible for running drills, ensuring the soldiers under their command are well trained, and leading smaller operations that are not to be trusted to Sergeants or Ensigns. 

1st Brigade Lieutenants: 

Alpha Platoon: N/A
Bravo Platoon: N/A

Logistics: N/A

 

Ensign
Ensigns are typically young men and women who have joined the Officer Corps and are thrust into a training role. They are granted light command and administrative responsibilities to ensure adequate training when they have proved themselves and a lieutenant position opens up.
To become an Ensign, an individual must purchase a commission for 750 Mina, as well as receive approval from a General or the Minister of Defense, however, one may join the military at this rank provided they meet the stipulations. 
(all proceeds shall go towards further military projects)
[This fee may be waived in instances of exceptional conduct or acts of service. Or if the candidate comes from a sufficiently impressive family background.]

 

Courtesy to Officers:

All Officers shall be held in utmost respect and shall be addressed as such 

“You shall approach Captain di Alessandria to ask a question. After completing a salute you shall begin the conversation with “Captain di Alessandria.”

 

Enlisted Soldiers:

Sergeant

 The Highest obtainable enlisted rank and typically the career capstone of any capable soldier. Sergeants are typically the finest of the enlisted men and grizzled veterans with in-depth knowledge of command and training. They are the backbone of the fight as well, acting as Platoon’s preeminent enlisted official, and a direct advisor to the Lieutenant. Sergeants are eligible for 3 possible paths of promotion should they prove exceptionally capable. These being first, the Master Sergeant of the Brigade, an executive level position putting them as the chief Enlisted official in the brigade and directly advising the Captain. The second is the Master Sergeant of Regimental Drill, for those who find themselves exceptionally gifted at training and matters of drill with this promotion placing them on the Colonel’s staff and giving them the duty of overseeing all training and training doctrine for the Regiment. Third, and finally, should a Sergeant prove exceptionally capable, they may be offered a free commission as a Lieutenant. 

Master Sergeant of Regimental Drill for the 1st Regiment:
N/A
Brigade Sergeants of the 1st Regiment
1st Brigade - N/A

Corporal
Corporals are the first position at which a soldier receives command responsibility, assuming responsibility over a varying number of Recruits and Privates on the field of battle and in terms of training. Corporals are expected to be combat veterans and proficient in the use and instruction of their Brigade’s weapons and tactics so that they may be of adequate use to their subordinates and their commanding officers. 

Private
Upon completing training, recruits obtain the rank of Private and from then on serve in their full capacity as members of the military. A Private is still young and inexperienced however, so they shall be overseen closely by their superiors and their skills honed to ensure their best use in the Regiment. 

Recruit
The newest members of the SSA shall be trained and overseen by the lower officers and upper enlisted to ensure a comprehensive knowledge of combat, basic tactics, survival skills, and military drills and conduct. 

Signed and Issued by,

His Excellency, President Parzifal af Brasca,  President of the Republic of Salvo, 

Commander in Chief of the Salvan State Army.

Her Excellency, Secretary Elynora Maude af Brasca,  Salvan Secretary of War, 

Acting General of the Salvan State Army

The Honorable, Captain Peter di Alessandria,  Captain of the 1st Brigade of Salvo, 

Colonel of the 1st Regiment of Salvo