AIR CADETS FROM CREWE AND NANTWICH SQUADRONS REMEMBER 70 YEARS OF THE

Air Cadets from 95 (Crewe) and 100 (Nantwich) Squadrons paraded through Nantwich on Sunday 19th September to remember ‘the few’ who gave their lives for their country during the Battle of Britain on 15th September 1940; 70 years ago.
Parents and civilian committee members supported the cadets and staff on Sunday, by following behind the parade, which formed up outside the Civic Hall and marched up to the Cenotaph. The parade was joined by veterans from the wars and the general public for the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain dedication. Colours and parade standards were formed up around the Cenotaph for the short but moving service, before the Last Post was played.

The cadets then led the parade back to the Civic Hall. Both squadrons were well represented and Flight Lieutenant Kathy Stubbs, Officer Commanding 95 (Crewe) Squadron led the parade with Flying Officer Malcom Hilditch, Officer in Charge 100 (Nantwich) Squadron. The parade commander for the day was Sgt Andrew Lennon ATC, and Civilian Instructor Keith Goodall was the bugler, both of whom are staff at 95 (Crewe) Squadron.


Flt Lt Kathy Stubbs said, after the parade, “the march through the town by cadets and staff from the Air Training Corps, followed by a well-attended service of dedication outside the Cenotaph, was repeated today around the country. With over 1000 squadrons in the Air Training Corps, it is unlikely that any major town or city escaped the Battle of Britain parades this weekend. All of the towns and cities in the United Kingdom were affected in one way or another during the Second World War and more specifically during the Battle of Britain. Cadets from both Crewe and Nantwich air cadet squadrons are highly regarded in their respective towns and are always commended on their behaviour, appearance, independence and adventurous spirit. I am proud to be a part of this community spirit.”

CREWE & NANTWICH CADETS PROMOTE BOMBER COMMAND MEMORIAL APPEAL

Air Cadets from 95 (Crewe) and 100 (Nantwich) Squadrons participated in the parade at Bridgemere Garden World in aid of promoting the Bomber Command Memorial Appeal.

Cadets and Staff from both Squadrons joined forces with Veterans from Bomber Command and helped promote the appeal at Bridgemere Garden World on Sunday 8 August 2010. The appeal is designed to raise money for a memorial to be erected in Green Park in London to honour the 55,573 aircrew who paid the ultimate sacrifice during WWII to ensure our freedom.

Cadets and staff participated in a bespoke parade through Bridgemere Garden World, proudly parading the Royal Air Force ensign, Royal British Legion ensign, 95 (Crewe) Squadron ATC ensign and the 100 (Nantwich) Squadron ATC ensign. The cadets and staff also helped sell raffle tickets for a Bomber Command painting worth over £5000, and helped promote the appeal by rallying support from customers.

The cadets and staff thoroughly enjoyed themselves and felt proud to have been involved with the appeal, which also has its own website www.bombercommand.com.

CREWE AIR CADETS RAISE OVER £1000 FOR HELP FOR HEROS AT BOLESWORTH

Air Cadets and staff from 95 (Crewe) Squadron ATC spent the weekend at Bolesworth Show Jumping Classic & Country Fair event restoring jumps, conducting car parking duties and raising money for the Help for Heros charity.

CREWE AIR CADETS JOIN IN WITH MAYOR MAKING

Cadets and staff from 95 (Crewe) Squadron ATC joined in the Mayor Making of Cllr Jacquie Weatherill at the Municipal Buildings in Crewe on the eve of Thursday 3^rd June 2010. During the evening’s proceedings, the cadets were duly welcomed and thanked during the Mayor’s acceptance speech, for their assistance.