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On Wednesday 6th March, the Wellington College Combined Cadet Force welcomed Major General James Swift OBE who commands the eighteen thousand personnel of the UK 3rd Division. The Major General lunched with senior cadets in advance of inspecting and addressing the 300-strong Wellington Contingent.
The Major General’s party then spent the afternoon touring training stands and talking with cadets and adult volunteers. Whilst the inclement weather meant that some training activities were modified, the General’s party was treated to displays by the Corps of Bugles and Drums who had already featured on parade. The Royal Navy Section was seen investigating some naval history; practising chart work and undertaking a “minefield” problem-solving exercise and the Royal Marine Section and Advanced Infantry Sections showed off their field craft skills. The General also found time to talk to the RAF Section who were briefing for their annual camp.
A fairly damp afternoon was nicely rounded off by tea where the Major General took the opportunity to chat with cadets and parents. As a finale the Major General made a number of promotions to senior cadets before returning to his headquarters in Bulford.
