Young Officers Visit Friday 9th January
On Friday January 9th on a very cold grey winter morning we welcomed some 25 young Gunner Officers to the Church. They are on the Young Officers Course at Larkhill but come to Woolwich to familiarise themselves with their history and traditions.
They came to the Church after a visit to the Barracks and tour of the Officers Mess. They are always an interesting, well turned out and respectful group of young people in their mid to late 20s (predominantly male but with one or two females). This group was no exception. 3 of their number had done research into the Garrison Church and spoke for 2/3 minutes each. I also spoke about aspects of the Church'’s history as well as its current function. I highlighted the acts of heroism which had led to VC s being awarded to Brigadier Jock Campbell and Havildar Umrao Sigh whose names feature in the VC Memorial at the east end of the Church. I very much value these continuing links with the Royal Artillery. Judging by the calibre of the young officers whom I meet the Regiment is in safe hands in an increasingly dangerous world.
Tim Barnes Chairman Woolwich Garrison Church Trust
