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Old 1st Aug 2013, 11:58
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Wander00
 
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As a Senior Flight Cadet I took a drill team of cadets to HQFTC at Shinfield Park for the 25th Anniversary of the Command. I was still in practice kit (hairy No2s) when I was told the C-in-C (Paddy Dunn) required my presence "now". Went to the OM and greeted by clutch of 3 and 4 stars including Gus Walker. Tried not to choke on my half pint whilst attempting to make sensible conversation with them all.

Some months later, crossing the carpet in the rotunda at Cranwell shortly before graduation, and GW going in the other direction. Brisk "Good Morning, W" from the 4 star and a handshake. BH - my card was well and truly marked.

Six or 7 years later walking through Brancaster with the former Mrs W, and recognised GW walking in the other direction. Greeted me by my Christian name, chatted to herself and wished a brisk "Good Morning". What a memory, and what a memorable man.
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