Telegraphist 1st class, Finnish Army
Telegraphist 1st class, Finnish Army
Original finnish defence forces Telegraphist achievement badge, 1st class.
Telegraphist training was given until early 90´s to all conscript communications / radio operators, currently the training is available only for those who enter Navy communication specialists, Airforce Radio Operators, Sissiradisti ( Guerilla warfare communications specialist, most demanding training in FDF Sissi corps ), and SIGINT / Military Intelligence Specialists and Personnel.
Telegraphy speed of over 80 characters / minute without errors is required for the 1st class Badge.