NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2014
Branch
Informal Lunch, Held on First Tuesday of each month at Ferndown R.B.L. Club, at Noon.
NEWSLETTER - August 2014.
Branch Meeting Wednesday 20th.
WELFARE
John Miller has recently
undergone major surgery. Val Mantle attended hospital after
suffering a broken hip. Lily
Easthope is now recovering at home after breaking her wrist.
Our
good wishes go to them and any Member or Lady who may be unwell at this time;
BIRTHDAY OF NOTE.
Many happy returns this month go to JIM TONGS who will celebrate his 80th Birthday on the 8th September.
ENTERTAINMENT. Tonight we be will learning all about "Police Driving" from Brian Chidley.
Then at the September meeting on the 17th we look forward to a visit
from Frank Henson with his
presentation all about "Pubs of Poole "
INFORMAL LUNCHES.
The
next lunch will be held on Tuesday 2nd
September at FERNDOWN, ROYAL BRITISH
LEGION CLUB. As all our monthly lunches
are now held at FERNDOWN on the First Tuesday of each month the October one is arranged for the 7th Lists on the table tonight.
Don’t
forget that if you are unable to attend meetings and would like to go to our
lunches do contact Mike Herbert on 01202 674612.
Please let Mike know
before Noon on the Sunday before the Lunch
if you need to
cancel as this assists the caterers with
food and seating.
BINGO WITH SUPPER
Our
meeting on 15th October will be our BINGO NIGHT, with FISH/ CHICKEN & CHIP SUPPER with VEGETARIAN OPTION. John Griffiths is now responsible for
the bookings and monies this year. He has made the following arrangements: The
Cost of all food is to be £4.50 Per person. This must be booked and paid for in
advance. You will be able to pay at
tonight's meeting and also at September's
Meeting.
To
play there will be a charge of £2.00 to help finance the prizes. For
this you will get six games of Bingo. All
details next month.
ALL MEALS MUST BE BOOKED
AND PAID FOR IN ADVANCE.
Legion d'honneur
In
conjunction with events to mark the 70th Anniversary of the Normandy
landings, the Government of France has
advised that it wishes to make this award to all surviving veterans; not only
of the landings, but also the wider Battle for Normandy; the Invasion of
Provence (Operation Dragoon); and the Liberation of Paris and France. If you
qualify: our Branch Secretary has all the details.
At the well attended B.B.Q held on Sunday 27th, July at 22 Engineer Regiment, Tidworth the Branch was
represent by 24 Members and ladies.
THE ALBERT HICKS' MEMORIAL AWARD 2014
Was presented to Lance Corporal Hayde.
The photograph (that we are grateful to Peter
and Jan Bridle For) shows Lieutenant Colonel Wilkinson,
our
Branch President Major P. Webster,
Lance Corporal Hayde
and R.S.M. Pearson.
This
is a copy of the citation :-
Sapper Hayde is a Class One Electrician in 52 Armoured Engineer Squadron, within 22
Engineer Regiment. This citation is
primarily related to his performance over the last year on Operation Herrick18
and exercise Griffin Herald, but also reflects a truly exceptional career to
date. Sapper Hayde is one the most
talented sappers you will ever meet. He has a unique ability, along with an
unquenchable enthusiasm, to take on any challenge and deliver the very best
results.
Exercise
Griffin Herald launched the Army's new Force Troops Command and the General
Officer Commanding required an 'Earls
Court ' style exhibition to be created on a disused airfield. Sapper Hayde was responsible for the set up,
maintenance and the strip out of the electrical supply. The scale of the task was intimidating,
nevertheless he immediately set about interpreting the requirements for a range
of customers, Field hospitals, kitchens,
computer simulators, diving equipment, and marquee heaters all required connecting
into his generator farms. Without power
the event would fail and he showed great foresight when he calculated the
requirement for a reserve supply, and then created it from the existing
equipment. Working extended days and
weekends he was an ambassador for the Regiment.
On
Operation HERRICK 18 Sapper Hayde played a key role in the deconstruction of
many of the British forward operating bases in Southern
Afghanistan . Often stepping
up as second in command of his section, he worked tirelessly, in the most
challenging climatic conditions and with the ever present threat of insurgent
attack, to keep the base closure plan on target. The example he set, coupled with his trade
and combat engineer expertise undoubtedly achieved mission success.
Most
recently Sapper Hayde was part of a community engagement team that conducted a
reconnaissance of a scout hut in Andover . His approach to the task was what you would
expect of a senior non - commissioned officer,
He quickly built a warm rapport with client, confidently analysed the
building's electrical appliances and supply, offered safe advice, and
accurately reported his findings. Once again, he proved to be one of the
Squadron's most vital assets.
These
three examples are the tip of the iceberg; his performance this year has been
second to none and he genuinely deserves formal recognition. Sapper Hayde is the consummate professional
and the epitome of a Royal Engineer soldier.
In July 2014 he will be promoted to Lance Corporal
For his determination
and dedication to the Regiment
Sapper Hayde is
awarded the Albert Hick's Memorial Award.
Lieutenant
Colonel MR Wilkinson MBE RE Director,
South West Group, Royal Engineers Association
“CONGRATULATIONS”
FROM ALL AT BOURNEMOUTH BRANCH R.E.A.
R.E.A. A.G.M. and ANNUAL LUNCH.
This
takes place At the Victory Services Club. Seymour
Street, London W2 2HF. on Saturday
11th October The
A.G.M. starts at 1600hrs followed at
1800hrs for 1830hrs by the Annual Dinner. The cost for a 4 course meal with
port and mints is £20.00. Member's
partners are most welcome. Booking
required by early September. The Branch is looking for a representative.
Also
why not stay overnight for Sapper Sunday
at The Royal Hospital Chelsea on
Sunday 12th October. Booking not needed for this event. Branch secretary has full details.
Branch
Welfare: Please contact
Welfare Member,
Peter Piggott.
Pegasus Bridge
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http://www.editions-pantheon.fr/francoise-h.-gondree/essais/pegasus-bridge-le-pont-de-l-espoir.html
2--Un Musée volé - Un scandale à dénoncer
https://www.pegasusbridge.fr/conflit-musee-memorial/
https://www.pegasusbridge.fr/70anniversaire-du-debarquement-le-denomme-comite-darromanches/
NOUVEAU
http://www.editions-pantheon.fr/a-paraitre/memoires-et-temoignages/pegasus-bridge-l-usurpation-tome-i.html
Musée de Pegasus Bridge & Batterie de Merville
BP 5
14860 Ranville
www.pegasusbridge.fr
Translation,
DeleteI - A true story broadcast
http://www.editions-pantheon.fr/francoise-h-gondree/essais/pegasus-bridge-the-bridge-of-the-espoir.html
2 - Stolen Museum - A scandal to denounce
https://www.pegasusbridge.fr/conflit-museum-memorial/
https://www.pegasusbridge.fr/70anniversaire-of-the-landing-referred to as-committee-darromanches/
NEW
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Museum Pegasus Bridge & Merville Battery
BP 5
14860 Ranville
www.pegasusbridge.fr