RAOC Gazette - page 32
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| Corps | RAOC |
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| Material type | Journals |
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| Full title | RAOC Gazette |
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| Publication date | 1978 |
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| Early date | 1978 |
| Late date | 1978 |
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in the back of the net. The final was played against West Bridg- ford College and we again won L by two goals to one. So now we can change our title from semi-finalists' to 'finalists,* a title which is very well deserved and highlights the tremendous team spirit now inspiring our players. We congratulate Peter Wells on his selection for the Corps Squad. twelve male teams and seven female, with ninety three male and fifty six female runners. Results were:—Ladies winning team, Taylors Tramplers; Ladies first prize (individual), Miss Louise Pincher; Mens winning team. 34 Central Workshop Apprentices; Mens first prize (individual), Private Jock Mc- Ketvie RPC Central Ordnance Depot Donnington THIS months notes are centred around a hectic week in Don- nington. It all started on the Thursday morning, 30th March 1978, with the DGOSs visit. As the Thursday was one of our twice weekly PT days, the DGOS also took part and ran the three miles; needless to say there were no absentees. The visit pro- gramme also included a visit to the Telford Development Corporation where the DGOS and Commandant had lunch followed by an aerial tour by helicopter of the Telford New Town and area. Private Jackson of the W R A C takes second place in a time o 2 9 . 4 2 minutes, 11 The Unit BFT training programme is now a way of life ii Donnington and each Monday and Thursday we have a turn out of one hundred and thirty plus, a sight that heartens th Unit Fitness Officer, Major Sid Pincher. The over forties dc a regular three miles within thirty minutes, so if you're due for posting to Donnington, start training now. Our football team is now into the final of the West Mid lands Inter Service Cup competition and are also playing 1 Signal Regiment in the semi-final of the UK. Army Minor Unit Cup, Well done lads. There are too many ins and outs to list but the followin are congratulations on promotion: Corporal Wilkes t A/Sergeant, Lance Corporal Morton to A/Corporal, Privat Thompson to A/ Lance Corporal, Private Mundy to A/Lane Corporal, Sergeant Jones ACC to A/Staff Sergeant and Corpon Palmer ACC to Sergeant, T h e rest of the Unit really should be here Sir." On 4th April, GOC West Midland District, Major General Downward descended upon us to carry out the FFR inspection. During his visit he agreed to take part in the next Donnington Hash* which he did. Have we claimed a new recruit? The Donnington scramble took place on 1st April in terrible weather conditions. It was nevertheless enjoyed by all who took part and a large gathering of spectators. There were Central Ordnance Depot Bicester THE DGOS, Major General Calla carried out the Annual Role of tr Unit Inspection on 16 Battalion ar despite a strong headwind which playe havoc with the Fit to Fight test, th Inspection went well. However, cor gratulations are being withheld pendin receipt of the Report. On 22nd and 23rd April we wei delighted to be hosts for the Annm RAOC Association weekend. Ove two hundred and fifty comrades a tended the excellent Reunion Dinn^ on Saturday evening where our guest of honour was The Mayt of Bicester and Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshir Councillor John Hollis. Following on tradition, after dinner v were the guests of 16 Battalion Warrant Officers and Sergean Mess where much ale sampling went on. Sunday morning sa the more intrepid setting off by coach and train for a sho tour of the Depot, by which time the bulk of our guests ha surfaced for coffee and the showing of The Bicester Civ Honours Parade film followed by the Church Service and Man. Past. Our thanks go to Captain Roger Westbrook for his tir less work in organising the weekend and to Lieutenant Jonath; Lyddon for the excellent dinner. Next year's get-together u be at Deepcut. COC inspecting the Guard of Honour. Sergeant Neary the Guard Commander and, from left to right, Privates Snape, Clifford, Cartel. Hoare and W h i t t i k i n d . — 20 — |
| Book number | R0247 |