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Area Shooting Competition -Sunday 29th January 2012

For the 2nd time in three years our cadets (District Winners) represented the Oxon & Bucks district at the Area Shooting Competition held at Bisley.

Whilst the cadets from TS Broadsword did not win the competition on this occasion it was a great experience for the cadets to represent the district at another Area event.

Our thanks go to C/Sgt(SCC)D Knowles for training the cadets throughout the year.

Fundraiser Quiz Night – 28th January 2012

Our Parents & Supporters Association held this very enjoyable evening at Viney House with 55 people coming along to make up 8 very competitive teams. It was a very closely fought contest with the ‘May Contain Nuts’ team taking away the coveted prize! Thank you to all the staff, cadets, family, friends and supporters including our friends from Marlow unit who came along and joined in. A big thank you also goes out to our ‘Quizmaster’ Mr Hugh Hughes.

NEW – Swimming at RAF HALTON

On Saturday 28th January 2012 a group of cadets had the opportunity to make use of the swimming facilities at RAF Halton. This was the first time in many years that the unit has had access to this pool and we are pleased to confirm arrangements are in place to use the pool on the last Saturday of each month from 4-6pm for a minimal cost per person throughout the remainder of the year. This will enable us to take the cadets through the swimming and safety tests required for the various boating activities in the summer months as well as having a bit of fun to boot!

Many thanks to RAF Halton for allowing use of the pool.

Area 5 a side Football Competition

On Saturday 14th January 2012 our Junior boy’s team (District Winners) represented Oxon & Bucks District at the Area 5 a side Football Competition held at HMS Sultan.

Although we were not placed it was a valuable experience for our cadets competing at Area Level. An enjoyable day was had by all and a huge congratulation to the cadets and staff who attended.

Congratulations also to L/C H Smith from Aylesbury Unit for making up the numbers for the Milton Keynes team on Sunday 15th January 2012.

District 5 A Side Football Competition - Sunday 11th December

This was held at Beaconsfield and T.S Broadsword entered a junior’s team and won this category too! We will now be representing the district at HMS Sultan on Saturday 14th  January 2011.

Congratulations to O/C Groves, MC2 Ewers, Recruit A Bailey, Cdt Moyes and Cdt Nicklin

District Shooting Competition Sunday 4th December 2012

This year the competition was held at Abingdon unit. Aylesbury came first and will now represent the district at Bisley on Sunday 29

th January 2011! A big Bravo Zulu to all who took part, you have made the unit very proud.

Southern Area Conference November 2012

The unit was represented by Lt (SCC) J Pike RNR (Commanding Officer), PO (SCC) G Hamilton (1st LT) and Lt (SCC) P Conway RMR (Detachment Commander). During this event Aylesbury Royal Marine Cadets was awarded ‘Southern Area’s Most Improved Marine Detachment’ award. This was a prestigious moment in the unit history and our congratulations go to the staff and cadets of T.S Broadsword who form the Royal Marine Cadet Detachment.

Major (SCC) G Guppy RMR said…

"This Detachment has, for some years, proved fairly average and at times struggled to maintain Cadet numbers. Over the last two or three years there seems to have been a modest improvement, but in 2011 there has been a profound change in their abilities and fortunes. The Detachment Commander has had a clear and wide ranging development programme resulting in the recruitment of three uniformed instructors. This in turn has led to far greater cadet participation in Unit, District and Area activities, improved recruiting and retention, effectively doubling numbers to some 13 Cadets, including females.

Last year a weak Detachment was unable to achieve the appropriate standards at Field Assessment, but in 2011 Aylesbury more than held their own. Throughout this year staff and cadets have supported all aspects of Zulu Company training including Trafalgar Day rehearsals, even though new staff were unlikely to be selected for the event. They are "team players" in every sense of the word.

The development plans have come to fruition in 2011 ensuring Aylesbury RMCD are an integral and vibrant part of TS Broadsword, with resilience for the long term. Their improvement is best summed up by the recent advancement of not one but two cadets to the rank of Cadet Sergeant.

Aylesbury RMCD are worthy contenders for this prestigious award. "

National Cadet Sergeants Exam

On Friday 17th – Sunday 19th November 2011

Two of our Royal Marine Cadets attended a Cadet Sergeants Examination board at Oakhampton in Devon. We are proud to announce

Cdt Cpl Liam Ransley and Cdt Cpl David Tanner

passed the examination board and have now been promoted to "Cadet Sergeants", the first the unit has seen for some years. This was a great achievement and the unit is very proud to see their hard work rewarded. T.S Broadsword sends their congratulations to both Cadets.

Royal Marines Association Fundraiser April 2011

Remembrance Parade November 2011

On Sunday 13th November over 40 Sea cadets, Royal Marine cadets and Junior Cadets as well as staff from T.S Broadsword proudly attended the parade in Aylesbury. This was a great turnout for us and all the cadets wore their smartest uniform well. The service reminded us of the sacrifices made by those before us.

Poppy Appeal November 2011 in support of the Royal British Legion

Aylesbury Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets proudly assisted the Royal British Legion in the annual poppy appeal at two events this year. A large contingent of cadets, Staff, Parents and Supporters Association members and Unit Management Committee members volunteered to help with the fundraising for this extremely worthwhile cause.

Halloween Games Night October 2011

Monday 31st October 2011

The unit held a games night combined with a Halloween theme. The games were led by A/Sgt (SCC) B Nicklin and the majority of the cadets dressed in fancy dress and really got into the spirit of the evening.

Unit Outing to Chatham Dockyard

This year the annual outing took a large group of cadets and staff to Chatham Dockyard and HMS Cavalier. It was a huge success, as always, and enjoyed everyone who attended. Keep a look out for information on next years outing!

Aylesbury Sea & Marine Cadets Trafalgar Night Dinner October 2011

On Friday 21st October 2011 Aylesbury Sea Cadet and Royal Marine Cadet Unit hosted its first "Trafalgar Night Dinner" for over 20 years.

This event was held at Hardings Restaurant and was attended by 52 guests, hosted by the 1st Lieutenant of the Unit, PO(SCC) G Hamilton. We were honoured to welcome our guest of honour Cdr S Johns RN and her husband Cdr S Krosnar Clarke RN who are based at RAF Halton.

Ten of our cadets attended the arrival ceremony of our Honored Guests by greeting our guests and Piping the Side (an old Naval tradition) as the Commanders entered the restaurant.

This was a great opportunity to get some old friends of the unit to socialise. These included two former Commanding Officers of the unit, one officer who started their cadet life at Aylesbury, who now commands Northampton Sea and Royal Marine Cadets and ex-Cadets one of whom is currently serving in the Royal Air Force.

Speeches were delivered by Commander Johns RN and PO(SCC) G Hamilton before the mess games started in the bar! During this time a raffle was also drawn and some great prizes won. All of the prizes were donated by various companies and individuals. A big Thank You to the P&SA for organizing this,

Feedback was given by Cdr Johns RN:-

"Thank you for inviting me and Steve as Guests of Honour at your dinner on Friday. We enjoyed the evening very much and you made us feel very special. It was inspiring to meet some of your staff and supporters and witness the commitment and enthusiasm for the Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets in Aylesbury, which I’m sure, will continue to go from strength to strength. Very many congratulations to all the team who pulled the event together – which captured all the spirit of traditional Trafalgar Night – the history, remembrance, camaraderie and fun."

The unit very much hopes we can now make Trafalgar Night Dinner an annual event. A big Thank You goes to all who attended and to the P&SA and key members of staff for organizing this very successful event.

RAF Halton Trafalgar Night Dinner October 2011

RAF Halton Trafalgar Night Dinner

On the evening of Thursday 20th October 2011 a group of cadets were invited to the Annual Trafalgar Night Dinner at RAF Halton. They piped on board Vice Admiral C Style RN who was the Guest of honour for the evening.

Not only was this a great honour to be asked to attend, there was also an opportunity for our cadets to be given a brief tour of Halton House which was etched with stature and history.

The cadets also had the chance to greet serving Royal Navy and Royal Air Force Officers into the mess. This was a great occasion and one which received gratitude from the hosts at Royal Air Force Halton.

Cdr Johns RN said: "Everyone was very impressed of how smart and confident the cadets were – it was really very special to have you there and I am glad that the team enjoyed the visit"

We hope more can be done to create a great relationship with our neighbors at RAF Halton.

Annual Trafalgar Day Parade October 2011

On Sunday 16th October 2011 Aylesbury Sea Cadets and Aylesbury Royal Marine Cadets took part in the Annual Trafalgar Day Parade hosted this year by Milton Keynes. This parade is significant in the annual calendar as it commemorates Nelsons victory in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. All of our Cadets wore their best No1 Uniform and did themselves and the Unit proud. After the parade all were invited for some refreshments where all could socialise with members from the other units of the district.

Annual General Meeting and Prize Giving September 2011

On the 7

th September 2011, T.S.Broadsword held their Annual General Meeting. There was a large turnout of Parents and Supporters on this occasion and this saw the re-election of our Unit Management Committee:-

Mrs Denise Summers Chairman

Mrs Annis Lewis Treasurer

Ms Karen Southworth Secretary

This was a great success and our thanks and congratulations go to the Committee on their re-election.

Aylesbury Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets also hosted their Annual Prize Giving. This is to recognise cadet achievements during the last year and is a highly acclaimed event. Presentations were awarded by our Commanding Officer and the Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire.

The awards were presented to the following Cadets:

Ackerman Cup

Originally presented by CPO Ackerman to the best New Entry of the latest intake.

Sea Cadets Cdt D.Fraser

Royal Marine Cadets MC2 R.Pearce

Seamanship Trophy

Presented to the Cadet achieving the highest seamanship qualification during the year.

O/C J.Walker

Boatwork Trophy

Presented to the Cadet achieving the highest Boatwork qualification during the year.

L/C H.Smith

Shooting Trophy Presented to the Cadet achieving the highest shooting score during the year.

Juniors JC C.Knight

Sea Cadets L/C H.Smith

Royal Marine Cadets Cpl S.Povey

Smartest Cadet

Presented to the Cadet achieving the highest standard of dress during the year

Juniors Leading JC C.Nicklin

Sea Cadets O/C E.Groves

Royal Marine Cadets L/Cpl S.Caro

Divisional Cup

Presented to the Division who are deemed the best achievers during the year.

Junior Cadet Division

Best Cadet

Presented to the Cadet who the Staff deem the best all round Cadet during the year.

Juniors Leading JC C.Nicklin

Sea Cadets L/C H.Smith

Royal Marine Cadets Cpl D.Tanner

Commanding Officers Cup

Decision of the CO, who takes into account all activities of Cadets throughout the year.

L/Cpl S.Povey

Mark Hunter Trophy

This trophy was given in memory of Leading Marine Engineering Mechanic (Mechanical) Mark Andrew Hunter, who lost his life in a main machinery space fire on board on 8

th July 1993. The trophy was introduced by Marks father with the intention of promoting the qualities of Courage, Loyalty, Dedication and Professionalism that Mark demonstrated. It was presented to T.S. Broadsword on 12th

April 1994 by Commander C.P. Robinson MBE Royal Navy Commanding Officer of Her Majesty’s Ship Broadsword.

Cpl L Ransley

Top Cadet

Presented to the Cadet who the Staff vote to be the best overall Cadet in that year.

L/C H Smith

Royal Marine Cadet Annual Field Assessment August 2011

On Friday the 26th August 2011, 22 detachments of Southern Area Zulu Company Royal Marine Cadets converged on Crowborough Army Training Camp, under the Command of Major (SCC) Guppy RMR and Major (SCC) Crawley RMR.

The purpose was to conduct our Annual Field Assessment at Pippingford Park Military Training Area. Each detachment is assessed on its ability to write and present a set of orders for a patrol, carry out the patrol and complete a Section Battle Drill. This is a compulsory assessment to ensure that the detachment staff is training their cadets in accordance with training regulations.

The assessments were carried out by Sea Cadet Headquarters staff: Staff Royal Marines Officer (SRMO) Colour Sergeant Mark Allen Royal Marine; Royal Marine Cadet Staff Officer (RMCSO) Major (SCC) Dave Poke Royal Marines Reserve and Royal Marine Cadet Training Officer (RMCTO) /Royal Marine Cadets Corps Regimental Sergeant Major (RMCC RSM)– Warrant Officer 1st Class (WO1) Glynn Robinson Royal Marines Reserve.

Using markers, MC2 Pearce showed the detachment how Cpl Ransley had said the patrol should to be conducted.

Moving out in arrowhead formation the cadets patrolled in their area of operation.

They reacted to enemy fire and took cover using natural foliage and the lay of the land to protect them.

Major Poke debriefs Zulu Company on their scores. Only one detachment achieved Very Good Superior.

Aylesbury scored 41 points which puts them in the ‘Good’ category.

Last year Aylesbury got a satisfactory and C/Sgt Allen said "I commend you and your staff’s efforts as I understand your training constraints in Aylesbury. Had you have brought two more cadets and had they all been trained on the L98 A2 Cadet Weapon System the detachment would have achieved a ‘very good’ and only been a couple of points short of a ‘Very Good Superior’."

Lt (SCC) Conway RMR commented "This is my second year as Detachment Commander, the detachment has doubled in size and we have 4 new Royal Marine Cadet Instructors. With this, the level and standard of training has been maintained - the results speak for themselves... I would sincerely like to thank the staff and cadets of Aylesbury Royal Marine Cadet Detachment for their professionalism, commitment and dedication. "

Unit Barbeque Saturday 9th July 2011

At the beginning of the month, the newly formed Parents and Supporters Association (P&SA) kicked off its fundraising with a unit BBQ at Watermead Lake. We had a great turnout of over 90 people which provided the opportunity for cadets, staff and supporters to socialise. The official naming and launching of our new Trinity 500 rowing boat also took place. The winning name was ‘Aylesbury Duck’ chosen by JC1 Andrew Medhurst and Cdt Philip Read! The boat was revealed with its new name and traditionally christened.

A brilliant £550 was raised on this day so many thanks go to the staff and P&SA members who worked hard on the day and in the run up to the event to ensure its success. A big thank you also goes to the Riviera Restaurant for allowing us to use their land for this event.

Aylesbury Grammar School Fete 2nd July 2011

The cadets took part in a well executed community event at Aylesbury Grammar School. We ran an air rifle range, a kayak demonstration in the pool and took our minibus and Trinity 500 for extra advertisement. A huge thanks to everyone who helped out on the day!

District 5 A side Football January 2011

In January the Unit entered a junior boys team into the District 5-a-side Football Competition held at RAF Halton. They proudly fought off the competition and won the junior boys shield!

Larks by the Lake – Sunday 29th May 2011

Aylesbury Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets took part in Larks by the Lake in May hosted by Watermead Parish Council. Our cadets tried their hand at Rowing and helped with manning a recruitment stall, promoting our name within the community. The Parents and Supporters Association also helped immensely with this event organising several fundraising activities.

Royal Naval Parade on the 6th April 2011

The staff and cadets worked hard to ensure we portrayed the right image and show off the skills and attributes our cadets have to visiting parents, committee members and dignitaries.

During the evening the Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets demonstrated a "Replenishment at Sea" exercise. This required advanced Seamanship skills to portray a transfer of goods from ship to ship whilst underway at sea. The newly formed Junior Section also gave a PowerPoint display telling the audience about what they have learned in their time within the corps.

Armed Forces Day - Saturday 25th June 2011

Armed Forces Day is a nationwide event celebrating the work of past and present serving personnel. Aylesbury Sea Cadets and Royal Marine cadets provided a large presence at this important event creating a recruitment stall and displaying Kayaks and the Trinity 500. To top the day there was a live performance by Pop Group ‘Blue’.

Interim Swimming Test Award August 2011

Cdt P Read, MC2 R Pearse, Cdt D Fraser, Leading Jnr Cdt C Nicklin, A/C L Anstee, Jnr Cdt C Knight, Jnr Cdt T Millers, Jnr Cdt 1st Class K Edwards, Jnr Cdt 1st Class A Medhurst, Cdt K Batson, Jnr Cdt K West, Jnr Cdt L Cooling, MC2 E Cooling,Jnr Cdt C Moyse, O/C E Groves, Jnr Cdt 1st Class J Adams, Jnr Cdt 1st Class T Green, Jnr Cdt 1st Class M Chew, Jnr Cdt 1st Class A Woodage, J/C D Bailey, N/E C Adams, MC2 R Pearse

Leading Cadet Promotions

A/C Shields and A/C Smith successfully passed the Leading Cadet board

Weapon Handling Tests (Air Rifle) Award August 2011

Cpl S Povey, MC2 K James, MC2 L Ewers, MC2 A Povey, L/Cpl S Caro, MC2 R Pearse, MC2 E Cooling, L/C H Smith, O/C L Read, A/C S Hughes, Cdt K Batson, O/C J Walker, L/C A Shields, O/C R Cox, Cdt D Moyse, Cdt C Montgomery-Jones, O/C C Mills, Cdt D Fraser, Cdt P Read, A/C L Anstee, O/C E Groves,

Leading Jnr Cdt C Nicklin, Jnr Cdt 1st Class M Chew, Jnr Cdt K West,, Jnr Cdt C Knight, Jnr Cdt D Bailey, Jnr Cdt T Millers, Jnr Cdt C Moyse, Jnr Cdt L Cooling, Jnr Cdt 1st Class T Green Jnr Cdt 1st Class K Edwards, Jnr Cdt 1st Class A Medhurst, MC Recruit A Bailey, N/E P Horsler, N/E C Adams, Jnr Cdt T Bartley, Jnr Cdt C Bobbin, Cpl L Ransley , Cpl D Tanner

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