WELCOME TO NORTH
CAROLINA ARMY MARS
CAROLINA ARMY MARS
THE US ARMY MARS MISSION
* To provide Department of Defense sponsored emergency
communications on a local, national, and international basis as an
adjunct to normal communications.
* To provide auxiliary communications for military, civil, and/or
disaster officials during periods of emergency.
* To assist in effecting normal communications under emergency
conditions.
communications on a local, national, and international basis as an
adjunct to normal communications.
* To provide auxiliary communications for military, civil, and/or
disaster officials during periods of emergency.
* To assist in effecting normal communications under emergency
conditions.
HISTORY OF ARMY MARS
In November, 1925, the Army Amateur Radio System (AARS) was initiated by a few dedicated pioneers in the
United States Army Signal Corps led by Capt. Thomas C. Rives. His original intention was to enlist the talents of
volunteer Amateur Radio operators as a source to train Soldiers in the then new technology of radio as well as
pursuing radio research and development to improve radio equipment within the Army. His efforts were very
successful.
This organization continued until the United States entry into World War II, at which time radio Amateurs were
denied the use of the air. Therefore, the activities of AARS, as it was known, were suspended until 1946 when,
once again, AARS was allowed to go back on the air. During the years 1925 through 1942, the AARS
functioned more or less as an extra curricular activity of the U. S. Army Signal Corps, its scope being
necessarily limited by the meager budget of the pre-World War II depression years. The best available figures
indicate that as of the 7th of December, 1941, there were approximately 60,000 FCC licensed Amateurs within
the United States and its possessions. Some 5600 of those Amateurs were members of the AARS. About 20%
of the pre-World War II AARS members eventually entered the service of their country either in the Army or in a
civilian capacity. The U. S. Army recognized the great importance of reactivating the AARS to train vitally
needed communications personnel at a relatively inexpensive direct cost to the U.S. government. Therefore, in
1946, the AARS was reactivated and functioned as such until the creation of the Military Amateur Radio System
in 1948, later renamed the Military Affiliate Radio System (MARS) with Army MARS and the newly formed Air
Force MARS reflecting the creation of the Air Force as a separate service. In early 1963, the Navy-Marine
Corps MARS was established.
MARS has grown in all of the services throughout the world. It relies on civilian and military MARS members to
be available in case of emergency or disaster to provide communications support. At such times, MARS needs
all of the support it can provide. Amateur Radio, collectively with MARS, has made its mark in American history.
Each year provides new evidence of the important role it plays in the service of the nation.
United States Army Signal Corps led by Capt. Thomas C. Rives. His original intention was to enlist the talents of
volunteer Amateur Radio operators as a source to train Soldiers in the then new technology of radio as well as
pursuing radio research and development to improve radio equipment within the Army. His efforts were very
successful.
This organization continued until the United States entry into World War II, at which time radio Amateurs were
denied the use of the air. Therefore, the activities of AARS, as it was known, were suspended until 1946 when,
once again, AARS was allowed to go back on the air. During the years 1925 through 1942, the AARS
functioned more or less as an extra curricular activity of the U. S. Army Signal Corps, its scope being
necessarily limited by the meager budget of the pre-World War II depression years. The best available figures
indicate that as of the 7th of December, 1941, there were approximately 60,000 FCC licensed Amateurs within
the United States and its possessions. Some 5600 of those Amateurs were members of the AARS. About 20%
of the pre-World War II AARS members eventually entered the service of their country either in the Army or in a
civilian capacity. The U. S. Army recognized the great importance of reactivating the AARS to train vitally
needed communications personnel at a relatively inexpensive direct cost to the U.S. government. Therefore, in
1946, the AARS was reactivated and functioned as such until the creation of the Military Amateur Radio System
in 1948, later renamed the Military Affiliate Radio System (MARS) with Army MARS and the newly formed Air
Force MARS reflecting the creation of the Air Force as a separate service. In early 1963, the Navy-Marine
Corps MARS was established.
MARS has grown in all of the services throughout the world. It relies on civilian and military MARS members to
be available in case of emergency or disaster to provide communications support. At such times, MARS needs
all of the support it can provide. Amateur Radio, collectively with MARS, has made its mark in American history.
Each year provides new evidence of the important role it plays in the service of the nation.
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
Add to the enjoyment of your amateur radio hobby through the expanded horizon of MARS.
Become part of the Army, Navy-Marine Corps, or Air Force MARS worldwide communications system.
There are Army MARS stations in Japan, Korea, Hawaii, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Alaska,
Germany, and the continental United States.
Operate on specially assigned military radio frequencies in voice, teletype, and packet modes of
communications.
Join a group of dedicated fellow radio amateurs participating in meaningful public service.
Affiliate with the service branch of your choice and become part of the professional military
communications family.
Participate in regulated, disciplined radio nets with structured lines of organization and very specific
operating rules.
Become part of the Army, Navy-Marine Corps, or Air Force MARS worldwide communications system.
There are Army MARS stations in Japan, Korea, Hawaii, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Alaska,
Germany, and the continental United States.
Operate on specially assigned military radio frequencies in voice, teletype, and packet modes of
communications.
Join a group of dedicated fellow radio amateurs participating in meaningful public service.
Affiliate with the service branch of your choice and become part of the professional military
communications family.
Participate in regulated, disciplined radio nets with structured lines of organization and very specific
operating rules.
APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP
The applicant must --
* Be 17 years of age or older. (Signature of parent or legal guardian is required when an applicant is
under 18 years of age.)
* Be a United States Citizen or resident alien. (Possess a valid amateur radio license issued by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other competent U.S. Authority.)
* Possess a station capable of operating on MARS VHF and/or HF frequencies.
* Agree to operate a minimum of 12 hours per calendar quarter with 6 hours being on VHF and or HF
networks.
Types of Membership
There are four types of membership --
* Individual Membership: A privately owned VHF and/or HF radio station, licensed by the FCC and/or host
authority, operated by an individual who is a member of and licensed by Army MARS.
* Club Membership: A radio station licensed in MARS that is established, operated, and maintained by
volunteers under the auspices of a properly constituted military and/or civilian amateur radio club.
* Auxiliary Membership: Auxiliary membership is designated for non-operators who perform a support
function.
* Military Unit Membership: Military unit MARS stations are operated and maintained under the auspices of
a military command, and are authorized on the table of distribution and allowances/table of organization
and equipment (TDA/TOE). Military station categories include active Army, Reserves, National Guard, and
Corps of Engineers.
Applying for Membership
To request an application for membership either e-mail our administrative staff or write to --
US ARMY NETCOM/9th SC(A)
(NETC-OPC/MARS)
BLD 90551 JIM AVENUE
FORT HUACHUCA, AZ 85613-7070
* Be 17 years of age or older. (Signature of parent or legal guardian is required when an applicant is
under 18 years of age.)
* Be a United States Citizen or resident alien. (Possess a valid amateur radio license issued by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other competent U.S. Authority.)
* Possess a station capable of operating on MARS VHF and/or HF frequencies.
* Agree to operate a minimum of 12 hours per calendar quarter with 6 hours being on VHF and or HF
networks.
Types of Membership
There are four types of membership --
* Individual Membership: A privately owned VHF and/or HF radio station, licensed by the FCC and/or host
authority, operated by an individual who is a member of and licensed by Army MARS.
* Club Membership: A radio station licensed in MARS that is established, operated, and maintained by
volunteers under the auspices of a properly constituted military and/or civilian amateur radio club.
* Auxiliary Membership: Auxiliary membership is designated for non-operators who perform a support
function.
* Military Unit Membership: Military unit MARS stations are operated and maintained under the auspices of
a military command, and are authorized on the table of distribution and allowances/table of organization
and equipment (TDA/TOE). Military station categories include active Army, Reserves, National Guard, and
Corps of Engineers.
Applying for Membership
To request an application for membership either e-mail our administrative staff or write to --
US ARMY NETCOM/9th SC(A)
(NETC-OPC/MARS)
BLD 90551 JIM AVENUE
FORT HUACHUCA, AZ 85613-7070
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
JERRY BREWER
North Carolina Training Officer
jerry@ncmars.org
WEB SITE MASTER
North Carolina Training Officer
jerry@ncmars.org
WEB SITE MASTER
Jerry Brewer
Training Officer
AAM4TNC
Training Officer
AAM4TNC
Jimmy Holbrook
and Mrs Holbrook
State Director
AAA4NC
and Mrs Holbrook
State Director
AAA4NC
FOR A NORTH CAROLINA MARS APPLICATION
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Jimmy Holbrook
North Carolina Army MARS State Director
aav4eg@wmconnect.com
North Carolina Army MARS State Director
aav4eg@wmconnect.com
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