Commando Gunner Regroup
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Newsletter issue number 007 April 2023
Message from the Chairman John Blanchard
Welcome to Aprils newsletter.
With the clocks going forward it now feels like winters past and that summer is just around the corner.
Last month’s Friday Regroup Social was well attended and a good night was complimented with a slightly different raffle, I hope those who won the breakfast packs enjoyed their meal. I intend to vary the raffle again this month.
This Friday is a social event so come and join us for more of the usual banter and of course Stan’s Karaoke.
I look forward to seeing you all on Friday.
John
CGR Chairman
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79 Kirkee Commando Battery Reunion Polo Shirts
Message from Jeff French
BS Embroidery who are based in Liskeard and run a shop in Plymouth have helped to design and produce a Polo Shirt for the upcoming 79 Kirkee Reunion over the weekend 16/17/78 June 2023.
details on Facebook
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Message from Rob Marshall
Crowne Plaza Hotel Discount
Hi Bill
Reference the 79 Kirkee reunion weekend 16-18th June could you kindly place the link below on the Commando Gunner Regroup pages.
Could you please mention that this is the best discount we could find for the June weekend. When booking, please click the military icon to receive the discounted rate.
Crown Plaza Hotel
https://www.crowneplaza.com/redirect?path=hd&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en&hotelCode=plhuk&_PMID=99502056&corporateNumber=100308035&cn=no&viewfullsite=true
This would be much appreciated.
Br
Rob Marshall
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7 Cdo Bty visit to the Falklands 2023
Well done to all.
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Jerry has arranged with the RSM to allow members to enjoy the afternoon in the Senior NCO Mess to watch the A v N game. 13th May 2023
Due to security members MUST message Jerry with your name and guest names, entry to the Citadel will be controlled.
Brunch is available “Pay as you Dine” once more can you please inform Jerry to arrange numbers with the Mess Manager.
For more details on the Army v Navy game please contact Jerry Josee
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Welfare
Sad occasion, but was well attended to say farewell to a fellow Commando Brother.
Zeb’s last parade 06 March 2023
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Unfortunately we have been informed of the passing of Dave Kelso. His funeral will take place at Western Mill on Friday 28th April 2023 at 1445hrs. The location of the Wake is TBC.
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Sad news reference the passing of one the originals, Neville (Nev) Thomas Stone BEM. Nev’s funeral was held in Tunbridge Wells, March 2023