Military Police Officer: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Military Police Officers are like a friendly helper at the school gate, but their gate is at a military base!
Through history
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Long ago
Armies have long needed people to keep order in their camps, so everyone could do their jobs safely.
Tools of the trade
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Radio
A radio lets the officer talk with their team quickly, so they can help anyone who needs it across the base.
A day in the job
- MorningThe officer starts the day by checking the patrol vehicle and getting ready to drive around the base.
- Early MorningAt the gate, the officer checks passes and smiles to welcome people who are allowed to come onto the base.
Words to know
- Pass
- A pass is a special card or paper that shows a person is allowed to enter the base.
Quiz time
Military Police Officers can help a visitor who is lost find the way.