Lead by Example.
Develop Others.

The Cadet Ranger beret carries a connection that reaches beyond the achievement it represents. Through the efforts of Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM) Ray Lee, a longtime friend of XMC, the program received written confirmation from British Army Headquarters that its Cadets and adult instructors could wear the British Army khaki beret as part of their normal uniform.

RSM Lee devoted his life to service. After a military career in the British Army, from which he retired as a Regimental Sergeant Major, he continued developing young leaders as a Major in the Royal Army Cadets. He commanded a local Cadet unit and led an international exchange that brought 25 British Cadets to the United States. COL Joseph M. Land, Sr., XMC, served as his stateside point of contact, beginning a friendship that would become part of Camp Liberty’s history.

RSM Lee served on staff at Camp Liberty during two Training Missions. His distinctive humor, warmth and dedication to Cadets—regardless of their country of birth—left a lasting impression. He was a friend, an officer and a gentleman: our brother from across the pond.

RSM Lee passed away in 2021 and was posthumously inducted into the Extreme Military Challenge! Hall of Fame in 2022. We are proud that our Cadet Rangers honor his friendship and carry that relationship forward whenever they wear the beret.