On 7 August 2014 with summer leave in sight, 47 Air Despatch Squadron received a call activating two Air Despatch crews, preparing loads from UK Aid for air despatch in Northern Iraq.
Hard graft and good planning enabled them to quickly prepare twelve 1 tonne loads for the first despatch, working with RAF Loadmasters and ground engineers frantically preparing the aircraft for imminent departure (complete with media team).
The crew over the next few days flew numerous sorties despatching tonnes of aid, including water purification units, solar lanterns and shelter kits to the thousands of displaced refugees in Iraq.
There was substantial media attention for interviews and the Defence Minister visited to see the Joint UK military effort. Reflecting on what they had achieved, 47 Air Despatch Squadron were all exceptionally proud to be able to directly influence the welfare and conditions of those most vulnerable and in desperate need on the ground.
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Congratulations to Major Schultz, WO2 Wright, Captain Williams and SSgt Cockburn who have received awards in the Operational Honours and Awards List. Click below to read the full story. #BritishArmyLogistics #WeSustain
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A/LCPL Kwarteng and A/LCPL Kwame-Tanoh of 64 Squadron, @6RegtRLC, who have been attached to BATUK for the past four weeks, have raised money via Facebook used to made food donations to the Hope & Home Orphanage in Nanyuki, Kenya. #BritishArmyLogistics #WeSustain
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The Royal Logistic Corps
The most recent Operational Honours and Awards List, which recognises the bravery, commitment, leadership and commendable service of those within the military, has been released, including the names of four RLC personnel.
Congratulations to Major Kerry Schultz (27 Regiment RLC) and WO2 Ben Wright (11 EOD&Search Regiment RLC) who were awarded the Queen’s Commendation for Valuable Service. Captain Karl Williams (27 Regiment RLC) and SSgt Steven Cockburn (11 EOD&Search Regiment RLC) both received the Queen’s Commendation for Bravery.
To read the full story, please click the link below.
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Royal Logistic Corps Tartan from The Ministry of Tartan.co.uk
The unique British-made range of RLC Tartan is officially registered and has been approved by The RLC. It incorporates the dark blue, gold and scarlet of the Corps’ stable belt and black represents respect for all fallen RLC comrades.
As official MOD Licensees, for every product sold connected to any of the Services, The Ministry of Tartan gives a percentage to the relevant Benevolent Fund.
RLC tartan scarves and other items are available to order online from The Ministry of Tartan website: www.theministryoftartan.co.uk ... See MoreSee Less
A/LCPL Kwarteng and A/LCPL Kwame-Tanoh of 64 Squadron, 6 Regiment RLC, who have been attached to BATUK for the past four weeks, have paid a visit to the Hope & Home Orphanage in Nanyuki, Kenya where they made food donations to the Charity.
The two soldiers decided to raise funds from friends and family in the UK via Facebook, raising a total of £150 (KSH 22,000.00) which was used to purchase much needed supplies for the orphans.
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