British Army FOO team RNG3 or “foot cavalry” as they

or “foot cavalry” as they became known due to their speed

with one of the most widely used being the 8-tube T27

providing anti-infantry firepower and defence wherever it was needed

Despite their slightly antique appearance

and the opportunity was taken to improve the armour layout and distribution

British Army FOO team RNG3 or “foot cavalry” as theyFOOs were assigned to a company or squadron of a battalion or regiment that their battery was supporting. In the British artillery system FOOs were always authorised to order fire commands to their own troop or battery, based on their assessment of the tactical situation and if necessary liaison with the supported arm commander. From mid World War II some artillery observers were authorised to order fire to all batteries of their regiment, it also