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2175 (Rolls-Royce)
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2175 (Rolls-Royce)
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November / December 2003 CADET OF THE YEAR NIGHT 2003
On the 5th of December 2003, 2175 Rolls-Royce Squadron held our annual Cadet of the Year night. It was held down in the Rolls-Royce Factory’s canteen. The cadets were asked to come down a little bit earlier as the Staff would need help with the preparations. We were all running about like idiots trying to make sure that there were signs up showing people how to get to the canteen and to make sure that everyone’s uniform was looking good. When we were finally pretty organised, Cpl McMillan and I went down to the Rolls-Royce gate and waited for cadet’s parent’s to arrive. After escorting loads of parents up to the canteen we were ready to start our presentations. All of the cadets filed in and sat down waiting on the dignitaries arriving. The room was called to attention and it was only a matter of time before the trophies were going to be handed out. The cadets achieved a lot throughout the year and received certificates, trophies and Promotions. The cadet of the Year night was overall a fun night and was enjoyed by all those who attended. Let’s hope this year holds as many achievements! ROLL OF HONOUR The MacPherson Trophies
Promotions
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY By Cdt Darren Morrison
On Sunday the 9th of November, cadets from 2175 (Rolls-Royce) Squadron paraded at Paisley Cenotaph to remember those who lost their lives in war. The day started when the cadets met at the squadron in Light Blue Shirts and Black ties. We then went to the British Legion in Paisley, where we made sure our uniforms were perfect before marching to the Cenotaph. There, the minister conducted a service, a two minute silence and then members from the various organisations that were there laid wreathes at the Cenotaph. The ceremony lasted about an hour and once it was finished we marched back to the Legion. Whilst at the Legion, the cadets had a chance to sit down and talk, whilst some of the NCOs played snooker. We were also given juice and a pie before leaving. We carried on to Cardonald cemetery, after the CO got lost on the way, to parade at the graveside of an ex-cadet of the squadron. John Baxter was murdered in Holland by the IRA. We met with his parents and had a two minute silence in remembrance. BONFIRE NIGHT By Cpl Chris McMillan As a reward for all the work we had done for our classification exams the CO decided we could have a bonfire night on the 5th of December. We came down to the squadron as usual all ready for the Fireworks. The night started of with CI Hastie organising some games where each round a team was knocked out. Then it was time for the fireworks and sparklers, which everyone seemed to be more interested in. until they were finished. Once the fireworks were over Plt Officer Callan had already got a barbeque going and we all enjoyed the sausages and burgers. All the cadets enjoyed the night as it was a change from all the studying and a normal parade night. GLIDING By Cdt Hussain Kayani
Seven cadets visited RAF Kirknewton for a gliding detail in November. The cadets involved were Cdt McLellan M, Cdt Pettigrew, Cdt Hastie, Cdt Falconer, Cdt Finnie, Cdt Morrison and myself. We arrived early at 6am with our hot soups and snacks for lunch. While the mini-bus was warming up, all the people who were going on their first gliding experience were, quite rightly, very excited and talking about what they thought would happen! Cadet Hastie and I told the other cadets what normally happens and we were all looking forward to it.
As we all got inside the mini-bus we were all pretty tired and so we decided to have a bit of a nap. As we approached the entrance to the gliding school, we were shocked to discover that the Territorial Army was there to do a leadership exercise. We got to see a Gazelle helicopter taking off and about 10 rather large army trucks! Everyone passed the first stage, GIC1 and Cadet Hastie passed his GIC2. Unfortunately there wasn’t time for me to finish my GIC3. The highlight of this activity was the fact that I have been gliding for over a year now and the Instructor highly complemented me and was surprised at how much I remembered. Also, the Gazelle which took off was only 5 meters away from me at the time! So, on the whole the gliding detail was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! I would recommend this to anyone, especially if it is your first time, because the first time is the best! 602 PRESENTATION TO EX – COMMANDING OFFICER By Cdt Neil Finnie
In November, the 602 (City of Glasgow) Squadron RAuxAF Museum Association who are based in Hillington with us, had their official send-off for our ex commanding officer, Flt Lt Brad. As we all know Flt Lt Brad left the squadron in April though 602 only had their presentation last month. Flt Lt Brad was succeeded by Flt Lt Short who moved from 2414 East Kilbride Squadron. The night started with Sgt Little, Cpl McMillan, Cpl Vines and I being down at the squadron for seven o’clock. First of all we had to do a guard of honour for the guests. We were doing the guard of honour for forty five minutes and my feet were aching! After that we went down to the 602 museum for some speaches by the guests and Flt Lt Brad. Then we went back up to the squadron for some sandwiches, cheese and wine. We all had cans of juice and sweets from the canteen but when all of the guests had finished eating we tucked in. At the end of the night we all helped in the clean up and then it was off home.
All in the night went really well and I am sure Flt Lt Brad enjoyed it. |
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