Damage Repair and Firefighting

Harry Griffiths, James Cam, Andy Lloyd, Max Robinson, Jaime Quirante and Alex Brogan were part of a CCF trip to HMS RALEIGH in Plymouth. They spent much of today following the same sea survival training as RN sailors, learning how to stop damage below the waterline from flooding a ship's compartment; and a range of firefighting techniques used aboard warships. The whole group were great company, and I was touched that many of the songs performed non stop after refuelling both vehicle and passengers at Leigh Delamere Services were ones I've played to the Forces on BFBS Radio - although Spandau Ballet, Queen and   Jimmy Ruffin might not have been impressed by the tribute acts. The National Anthem, and Jerusalem were convincing, however.

I'm very grateful to Mrs Julie Knight, Matron of Welsh House, who came too, sharing the long drive and the supervision.