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Greater London Reserve Forces and Cadets Association Contents

1 Foreword

2 A proud history

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20 Cadet150 Events

21 Contacts

Above: The ‘Unity Band’, comprising Sea, Army and Air Cadets plus other youth organisations, on parade in London for , November 2008. Foreword

Celebrating 150 years of the Cadets The Cadet Forces have, not unnaturally, come a long way from their 1860s origins. They have evolved into unique voluntary youth organisations, offering young people opportunities to develop themselves, to try new adventures and activities, and to learn key lessons in citizenship and the importance of society. But their links to the Armed Forces are as strong as ever. In many areas of the country they are the only face of the Services in the community. They take pride in the values and ethos of the Armed Forces and the lessons of good citizenship and responsibilities these bring. Their essential links with the Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations, which help administer and support them, are equally strong. None of this would be possible without the Adult Volunteers, whose commitment, leadership and example underpin the development and success of the Cadet Movement. Their reward Air Chief Marshal Sir , is to see the cadets change for the better as they are given a Chief of the Defence Staff head-start in life, and as they develop links with the community in which they live. As a former Cadet myself, I take great satisfaction from their outstanding achievements, from the quality and quantity of their activities, and from the truly inspirational example they and their Adult Instructors set. The future of the Cadet Movement is in very safe hands, and I am delighted that in celebrating their 150th anniversary we are able to look forward with confidence as well as back with pride.

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A proud history Times have changed 150 years ago England was facing the After 1945, the Cadet Movement was no threat of French invasion at a time when longer a force preparing young people our Regular Forces had suffered losses for war. The focus shifted from providing during the Crimean War. Against this pre-Service training to equipping young backdrop of perceived danger both the people with the essential life skills of Army and the Sea Cadet organisations self-reliance, teamwork, leadership and were born. In the early years their main responsibility through a wider range of purpose was to train youngsters to become exciting and stimulating activities. The future soldiers and sailors. In so doing, Cadet Forces are proud to stand by getting them off the streets and developing the values and traditions of the Armed them through challenging and rewarding Forces and while drills and military skills activities. The same period also saw the remain at the heart of its operations, you birth of what was to become the Combined are more likely to find today’s cadets up Cadet Force, established to provide a a mountain, helping in the community, reserve of young officers. As the Cadet studying for qualifications or putting their Movement grew it became better able to all into a chosen sport. Above: An Army support the domestic war effort particularly Cadet just prior to The four Cadet Forces now make up the outbreak of the during the First World War and – with the one of the largest and most successful Second World War. Air Training Corps formally founded in youth organisations in the country with 1941 – during the Second World War.

Far left: Military training was the principal activity in the early days of the Cadet Movement, as war was on the horizon. Left: Annual camp has always been the highlight of a cadet’s summer. Air Cadets use their outdoor cooking and shelter- making skills under the supervision of an Adult Volunteer, 1960s.

2 A member of the ACF enjoying climbing.

155,000 cadets and Adult Volunteers. In 2010 they celebrate 150 years of history and great achievement about which they can justifiably be proud. HM The Queen has graciously agreed to be the Patron of Cadet150 – a programme of activities designed to celebrate and promote the continuing success and value of the Cadet Movement.

Community, adventure and sport Life in the Cadet Forces is all about personal and physical development so it should come as no surprise that sport and adventure play a big part. From the personal challenges of canoeing, flying, orienteering or mountaineering, to the skills of playing rugby, football or hockey, there is something for everyone.

Right: Army Cadets get their diving qualifications with a little help from the Cadet Vocational Qualification Organisation. Below: Army and Air Cadets with spades at the ready for tree- planting in Bassingbourn in Hertfordshire – a Joint Weekend Training Centre opened in 2005. Far right: Going overboard in 1942 gives cadets confidence using life saving equipment - safety in the water and sea rescue remain central to the ’ activities. 3 Cadets

These physical activities generate a huge colleges and universities alike. And it’s sense of achievement and help to build the not only the cadets who benefit; Adult teamwork and leadership skills that are an Volunteers can also take advantage of essential part of a cadet’s development. various learning opportunities, gaining The Cadet Forces also take their social qualifications including leadership and responsibility very seriously. Cadets all management diplomas. over the country are making valuable Each year thousands of cadets start their contributions by organising fund raising DofE Award which allows them to enjoy activities for both local and national life changing experiences and discover charities and by helping individuals and hidden talents. Through the varied groups in their local community, particularly and exciting programmes, including the elderly and the socially disadvantaged. expeditions, sport and volunteering, the cadets can make a difference in the Qualifications community and be inspired to take on From first aid certificates and BTEC even greater challenges whilst gaining a diplomas to The Duke of Edinburgh’s recognised award. Award (DofE), one of the many advantages offered by today’s Cadet Forces is the Managed and funded by the Cadet wide range of qualifications designed to Vocational Qualification Organisation, deliver skills that are valued by employers, the more academic qualifications are

Above: First aid is taught to all cadets. Left: The opportunities for thrills and adventure are many, from scuba diving to mountaineering, from jungle treks to parachute jumps. Right: Harrow ACF’s Bugle Band in full regalia, complete with leopard skin waistcoat, circa 1890s. 4 free to all cadets over the age of 16 and friendships and the chance to see young communities make it an ideal vehicle for provide a formal acknowledgment of the people develop as they are given a head- promoting the Cadet Movement. skills learned through cadet activities. A start in life. Greater London RFCA also supports: registered charity, the CVQO is dedicated Reserve Forces and Cadets • 5,500 Reservists to helping cadets and Volunteers to get Associations ahead, personally and professionally. • 14,000 Cadets (Tri-Service) The Cadet Forces rely on the dedicated Adult Volunteers support of the RFCAs who are the focal • 1,000 University Cadets At the heart of all Cadet Forces are the point of activity and administration for • 190 Properties Adult Volunteers who devote much of cadets of all three Services. The 13 • 32 Boroughs and the City of London their free time to providing leadership and autonomous Associations, encompassing • 250 Members (including the City training in a safe environment. some 8,000 volunteer members and Association) The 25,000 Adult Volunteers come from all supported by a professional staff, make • 60 Associate Members walks of life, but what they have in common sure the 2,300 cadet centres around the is their enthusiasm and energy to help UK are properly maintained and that new • 1,500 Supportive Employers develop the potential of young people. The facilities are built when the need arises. challenge for them is great but the rewards Importantly, they also represent the can be even greater: new skills, useful interests of the Cadet Forces; the qualifications, exciting experiences, lifelong RFCAs’ footprint and standing with local

Right: Lord-’s Cadets are selected for outstanding service both within the Cadet Movement and in their community – one of the highest honours a cadet can receive – London 2008. Below: Adult Volunteers are what give the cadets so many opportunities, providing fun, adventure, support and leadership. Far right: Annual camp saw these cadets pass their Canoe Proficiency Test, gaining another skill whilst out on the water.

5 Sea Cadet Corps

From humble beginnings The origins of the Sea Cadet Corps (SCC) The Naval Lads Brigade was formed and lie in a charity founded by a clergyman by the end of the 19th century it had who, on returning from the Crimean War, spread to many other towns throughout was so concerned at the number of the country. In 1899, Queen Victoria orphans created by the conflict – many presented the Windsor unit with £10 for of whom ended up on the back streets uniforms – an event now known as the of our sea ports – that he established an birthday of the Sea Cadets – celebrated orphanage at Whitstable to train these on June 25th. young boys in nautical skills. He enlisted By 1910, the success of the brigades the help of sailors also returned from the was such that they were sponsored by Crimea and soon similar institutions were the Navy League, a pressure group set up in Whitby, Brixham and Deptford. set up to influence maritime thinking in Parliament, and by 1919 the Admiralty

Top left: ‘Ready Aye Ready’, the family motto of Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott, adopted by the Sea Cadet Corps. Left: An Essex unit have a final practise of their rope climbing before a public display day, 1970s. Below: Rope work is an essential skill to have onboard sailing vessels – today’s cadets must also learn the techniques.

6 Below: Cadets listen intently during an onboard navigation lesson in the 1940s. The tried and tested methods of route-plotting are still taught today.

officially recognised the 34 brigades and Thousands of ‘Bounty Boys’ went on changed their name to the Navy League to active service and in recognition of Sea Cadet Corps. the contribution that these brave young The expansion of the SCC really took off people made to the war effort, officers in 1937 after Lord Nuffield (founder of still wear the wavy lace insignia of the Morris Motors) donated £50,000 and thus wartime Volunteer Reserve. by the outbreak of the Second World So impressed was the Admiralty that it War, nearly 100 units around the UK took over the training and in 1942, with were busy providing some 10,000 cadets King George VI as Admiral, the Movement with training in seafaring skills. finally adopted Sea Cadet Corps as their name. As the war took hold, the Navy League purchased an old sailing vessel – TS During the early part of the war, cities, (Training Ship) Bounty – on which towns and villages across the country the ‘Bounty Boys’, as they became rallied to the challenge of ‘Warship Weeks’ known, undertook pre-Service training. raising money to build the much needed Above: Walking 874 miles from John O’Groats to Lands End is a tremendous feat, and Sea Cadet Liz Surrey raised nearly £2,000 for the Chelmsford Sea Left: Trafalgar 200 Cadet unit. events in 2005 incorporated the first Fleet Review for 28 years, held in front of Queen Elizabeth II. Sea Cadets from across the country were involved. 7 Sea Cadet Corps

battleships, aircraft carriers, cruisers and Ready Aye Ready destroyers, which they then adopted. Today’s Sea Cadet Corps offers unrivalled Around this time the Corps swelled to opportunities for over 14,000 young almost 400 units and 50,000 cadets, and people in over 400 units, with up to 50 many of the new units took on the name units and 1,500 cadets in London. The of their town’s adopted warship, which emphasis has shifted away from military is why we still have names like TS Hazard training and today the Corps aims to in Faversham, TS Guardian in Henley and equip young people with the essentials TS Lightning in Doncaster. of self reliance, personal discipline and Above: Dee Caffari In 1955 a Cadet teamwork – skills that are useful as they (the first woman to sail solo and non-stop both embedded within the Sea Cadet Corps prepare for adult life. ways around the world) was formed. Their training, whilst is welcomed ashore by The special relationship between the essentially similar to the Sea Cadets’, Sea Cadets from TS Corps and the Royal Navy continues Thunderer, West Ham. also includes activities such as camouflage however. Not only does it provide 50% of and concealment. There are now over the annual running costs, but it also offers 100 Sea Cadet units with Royal Marines Cadet detachments.

Far left: Cadets from Stoke-on-Trent form a Guard of Honour for the Duke of Edinburgh’s visit to the city in 1951. The Sea Cadets are one of the largest participators in The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme. Left: The Girls’ Naval Training Corps was formed in 1942, but it was not until 1980 that the Ministry of Defence formally approved their admission to the Sea Cadet Corps.

8 cadets exceptional training and sailing Greater London RFCA assists with opportunities – giving them a chance to maintenance of accomodation and see at first hand what life in the Royal Navy recruitment of Adult Volunteers. However, is all about. the general service comes from the With a fleet of 250 conventional motorboats, efforts of a Civilian Committee, as the 3,000 dinghies and innumerable canoes Sea Cadets have retained their charitable and windsurf boards, cadets have plenty of status. They have come a long way from opportunity to get out on the water. Under those early days in seaport back streets supervision they can safely learn how to when orphans of the Crimean War first understand orders, to work together and donned the blue uniform. However, the respect each other, as well as developing founding premise ‘to encourage valuable seamanship and navigation skills. They personal attributes and high standards of also take part in many on-shore activities conduct, using a nautical theme based on similar to other Cadet Forces having both the customs of the Royal Navy’, remains ‘Fun Afloat and Adventure Ashore’. to this day.

Sea Cadets African Adventure

After two years planning, 28 cadets from Sea, Army and Air Top: Sea Cadets from units travelled to Kenya for a Flitwick and Ampthill once-in-a-lifetime trip – African winning the Sea Cadets Adventure 2005. Sea Cadets National Boathandling experienced the wild as they competition held in camped in a game reserve, and London’s Docklands, felt the adrenalin rush of a white 2005. water rafting day. They even made an ascent of Mount Kenya and Above: Royal Marines contributed to the local area by Cadets at the helping out with a community Commando Training school project. Centre, Lympstone.

9 Army Cadet Force

Times of need In 1860, with the standing Army depleted society. In 1889, the first independent following the Crimean War and the youth organisation was established in East expectation that France was about to London by the pioneering social reformer, invade, the Government called for 100,000 Octavia Hill, who believed that young recruits to create a . Many boys needed ‘exercise, obedience and of the new volunteer battalions formed esprit de corps’ – sentiments that still ring cadet companies, which were designed to true today. prepare boys for future service – and it is The outbreak of the First World War and these groups that were the forerunners of subsequent demands on the Home Front today’s Army Cadet Force (ACF). saw the movement expand dramatically, As the threat of invasion passed, the from 41,100 members in 1913 to focus of these cadet companies changed. 105,000 members in 1918. However, They were needed now, not to supply in the economic slump that followed, pre-trained youths for Army service, but to Government funding was removed, many support disadvantaged boys in Victorian cadet groups closed and the remaining

10 A cadet from South East Sector ACF in Blackheath, London. privately funded units were banned from wearing regimental badges and buttons. The 1920s and 30s were a difficult and unhappy time for the Army Cadet movement, but the Second World War was about to secure its future.

Expansion and training Far left: Cadets of the Royal Signals put their Limited recognition grew towards the end of balance to the test on the 1930s, and the order to expand came leadership exercises on Dartmoor, 1962. from The who took over the Cadet Left: Army Cadets Force in 1942. Hundreds of units, under the get to challenge themselves in other new official name of the Army Cadet Force, ways, experiencing sprang into action. With every serviceman Motocross on annual camp. being engaged in active duty, the cadets’ Below left: Army training in all matters military came from Cadets have a brief ‘travelling wings’. These were groups of rest during training exercises, 1916. officers who travelled the country teaching Below right: Shooting is cadets the skills they would need to prepare a popular ACF activity, themselves for future service in the Army. using many different rifles on world-class Uniforms were rapidly produced, apart from ranges under full supervision. boots – all of which had been requisitioned by the Regular Army! Training was given

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in map reading, aircraft recognition, The first National Cadet Training Centre, fieldcraft and rifle skills. The aim of providing a variety of opportunities to war-time cadets was to gain a red cadets and Adult Volunteers, opened in star on their uniform to show they had Frimley Park, Surrey, in 1959. In the years passed ‘War Certificate A’ – recognising that followed, greater emphasis was put on competence in basic military skills. By personal and physical development and The 1944 the force was very well organised, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme was preparing thousands of young people for added to the wide range of adventurous service in the Regular war-time Army. training on offer to cadets. More change came in the early 1980s, when girls were A bright future first welcomed into the ACF. After the war the Government continued With the motto ‘To Inspire to Achieve’, to support the ACF – removing the fear the modern Army Cadet Force offers of a second post-war decline. In 1957 unrivalled opportunities for 45,000 young The Amery Committee produced a plan people in over 1,700 detachments. The for the future, and as a result the ACF quality and quantity of activities carried changed its focus from direct military out throughout the UK is truly impressive. Top: Cadets learn about engineering in support to a national youth organisation, The movement remains committed to the the 1940s. with improved financial support, clear development of young people of all abilities Above: Communication plays a part training directives and its first Charter. in any military activity. Cadets get to use and backgrounds through adventurous all sorts of equipment from Morse code At last, its future was secured. machines to the very latest systems. activities, sport, training and fun.

Army Cadets do amazing things

Over 60 Army Cadets had an Egyptian adventure in 2007 – gaining their Professional Association of Diving Instructors Open Water qualification along the way. Cadets dived amongst the coral, soaked up the Egyptian culture, took part in a beach clean-up, met new friends and even snorkelled with sharks!

12 Left: Cadets on Summer Camp – Altcar 2009. Below: Army Cadets from 103 Royal of Fusiliers at the traditional ‘Paying the Constable’s Dues’ ceremony at the Tower of London. Bottom: There are a wide variety of sports available in the ACF – two girls from the ACF learning archery.

Today’s Army Cadet works towards the There are four ACF Sectors in Army Proficiency Certificate (APC). This London with over 100 detachments. structured training syllabus gives them Greater London RFCA is responsible the opportunity to experience a range of for providing logistic and financial challenges and activities including first aid support, including the provision and training, adventurous training, shooting maintenance of accommodation, and annual camp all of which help them to transport, and the recruiting and become confident, reliable, independent financing of over 30 Permanent and considerate young adults. Support Staff. The Army Cadets have come a long way from when wooden imitations and rifles from the Boer War were used for practice. Whilst the core values and sense of adventure remain, the activities and facilities available to today’s cadets are far beyond that of their forebears.

Left: Two boys from the ACF in London camming up.

13 Air Training Corps

Defence and preparation With the Second World War on the horizon, His idea captured the mood of the pre-war Air Commodore J A Chamier had the vision public and, with the exciting prospect of of an organisation that could help train learning to fly, young men joined the Corps the pilots and support crew that would in their thousands – even paying three old be needed in the event of war. His love pennies a week for the privilege. Locally run of aviation and role in establishing the Air squadrons were soon formed right across Defence Cadet Corps led to him being the country providing training to young men recognised as ‘the founding father’ of the destined for service in the . Air Cadet organisation.

Above: A recruiting poster from the late 1960s, with Air Commodore Chamier’s motto ‘Venture Adventure’ as relevant today as it was then. Right: Coulsdon and Purley ATC performing manoeuvres on their bicycle Spitfires – the best way to practise flying formations before getting into a real aircraft!

14 Left: Cadets debate the principles of flight at RAF Hendon.

During the war, with their instructors needs and included more physical away on active duty, the cadets put their training and aviation study. In order to training into action and really proved their pass the compulsory physical test a worth. Sent to work on RAF stations, they cadet was expected to run one mile in six carried messages, moved equipment, minutes, clear four feet (1.22m) in the high filled thousands of sandbags and loaded jump and 15 feet (4.5m) in the long jump. mile upon mile of ammunition belts. Cadets were encouraged to get airborne Venture Adventure as much as possible but, with aircraft in So impressed was the Government with short supply, this proved difficult until in the calibre of the cadets and their wartime 1943, the ATC Flight was formed. With a role that in 1941 it officially established fleet of 10 Oxford and Dominie 2-seaters, them as the Air Training Corps (ATC) and cadets could now gain much needed the motto, ‘Venture Adventure’, devised by flight experience including handling the Chamier, was approved by Commodore- controls of a real aircraft. At its wartime in-Chief, HM King George VI. This spirit peak, membership of the ATC soared to of adventure was tested as squadrons 210,000 cadets, many of whom went on to adapted their training to meet wartime see active service. Top: The threat of war formed the backdrop to early ATC activities, as these young men learn about anti- aircraft guns. Above: 1312 (Southend on Sea) Squadron Band leading the annual ATC parade in London.

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Aiming high In peacetime, the need to train future and opportunity to fly as the boys. pilots diminished rapidly and the role of Today 40,000 cadets in more than 900 the Corps changed. Whilst retaining its squadrons are encouraged by 10,000 key values of service, excellence, respect Adult Volunteers to lead expeditions and integrity, the ATC turned its attentions at home and abroad, become to providing fun and challenging sharpshooters, join a band, learn about opportunities to air-minded young people. aviation and aerospace and generally In 1956 the ATC was asked to pioneer to develop qualities of leadership and a new programme bearing the name of good citizenship. its Commodore-in-Chief – The Duke of However, flying remains central to the Edinburgh’s Award scheme. It proved purpose of the ATC. Cadets have the to be such a success that in 1960 the opportunity to learn to fly a glider, feel scheme was launched in all squadrons. the thrill of aerobatics and low level Still popular today, the ATC is proud to be flying in powered aircraft and reach the DofE Award’s largest participant. the pinnacle of flying – being awarded Girls were admitted into the ATC in 1980 cadet pilot wings. and given the same uniform, training

Right: Getting cadets Left: 500 Air Cadets in the air was very marched through different in 1939 London to celebrate the compared with today’s 68th Anniversary of the modern craft; Air Corps in 2009, in one Defence Corps Cadets of the largest parades go through the safety of its kind to take place checks on a Primary in the Capital. Glider near Dunstable.

16 Left: Another cadet feels the thrill of flying.

Air Cadets’ Alpine Challenge

Air Cadets from Hatfield and Harpenden took on the Alpine Challenge in 2005, braving the elements to experience the mountain range close-up. After a Over the past seven decades the The ATC in London is divided into four cultural visit to the Swiss capital organisation, which took off from the Wings, which, between them number Berne, cadets from different units worked together to put their fitness vision of one individual, has enabled over 90 squadrons. The ATC relies and determination to the test with three 17km hikes across difficult thousands of cadets to experience the on training support from the RAF, with terrain, culminating with the great sheer joy of flying. Whether in Chipmunks, accommodation maintained by Greater achievement of crossing the Rhone Glacier. Bulldogs, Vigilants or Grobs, many of London RFCA. our young cadets experience the thrill of piloting an aircraft well before they learn to drive a car.

Left: Air Cadets have plenty of activities on offer in addition to flying, such as shooting and various team and individual sports. Right: Air Cadets were invited on a ride along in a Sea King rescue helicopter as part of their annual camp.

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Defence at home

The call came from the War Office in 1859 War Office, the activities of this new for Lord- across the country Corps included military training, to raise battalions of Rifle Volunteers for proficiency tests and annual camps. home defence. As this Volunteer Force By 1915, 92 schools had also formed grew, many schools formed their own volunteer cadet units independent of the cadet units, attaching them to local OTC, which were affiliated to local TA battalions. In 1908, Minister of War Lord . During the economic slump Haldane invited universities and schools of the 1930s, financial support was to train young men for service as officers withdrawn from these independent units in the newly formed . and it is a matter of pride that many of 87 schools accepted the challenge, and the schools affected continued to run a the Junior Officers’ Training Corps (OTC) cadet corps. was formed. With King Edward VII as -in-Chief, and overseen by the

Left: Lt Col Stockdale Below: Map reading and takes the salute as orienteering skills are put members of the CCF from to practical use on outdoor Lord Wandsworth College exercises by members of march past, 1956. Christ’s College CCF, 2003. Below left: Expeditions and exchanges often take cadets to new places and new cultures, from tropical treks to snowy peaks.

18 Right: City of London School CCF on expedition to Bavaria in 2007 – rafting, climbing, skiing and mountain biking.

The war and beyond In 2007, the Government announced The Second World War was about to expansion plans designed to give have a dramatic impact on all cadet more youngsters from state schools organisations. The need for support on the opportunity to become members of the Home Front and an extension of the CCF within a neighbouring school. pre-Service training saw an increase The intention is to introduce the scheme in political support for school cadets. nationwide to expand on the current Schools formed sections of Air, Sea and level of 260 schools across the country Army Cadets and throughout the war the with a CCF membership of 44,750 Cadet Force continued to expand, both in young people. numbers and in its range of activities. Leaving its war-time pre-Service training In 1948, in order to make economy emphasis behind, today’s Combined and efficiency gains, the Cadet Forces Cadet Force is based on teamwork, in schools were combined into one resourcefulness, tolerance, leadership organisation. The Combined Cadet Force and adventure. The opportunities and (CCF) was born, with each contingent activities offered by the CCF, from consisting of a training section and at The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and least one Service section; Air, Sea or community work, to annual camp, Army. 247 schools adopted the scheme weapons training, flying and sailing, and by 1953, with a Cadet Force are designed to realise the potential Association in place to represent them of its cadets. There are over 30 CCF and the newly-crowned HM Queen contingents in Private and State Schools Elizabeth II as Captain General, the across London, with Greater London CCF had evolved into a flourishing RFCA responsible for maintenance and organisation. security of the ranges and armouries.

Above: Cadets get some hands-on training in the ACF section. Left: Queen Elizabeth inspects members of the Combined Cadet Force during a Royal visit, 1940s. Right: Combined Cadets from Gloucester carrying out radio manoeuvres.

19 Cadet150 Events in London

Feb 17 National Launch Apr 13 Commissioning of TS Petchey Apr 24 St George’s Day celebrations – march down Whitehall followed by Reception in Royal Hospital May 20 Reception at City Hall hosted by the London Assembly Jun 2 Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers Guildhall Reception Jun 26 Armed Forces Day Jul 6 Buckingham Palace Parade and Garden Party Oct 17 Trafalgar Day Celebrations Nov 13 Lord Mayor’s Show – London’s Cadets providing both Outward Guard of Honour and joint Band Nov 13 Festival of Remembrance in the Royal Albert Hall Nov 14 Remembrance Parade at The Cenotaph

The programme of national and regional events to celebrate Cadet150 will be updated throughout the year. Please check www.cadet150.org or

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