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The Last Post ACC Association BBQ

Friday 14th July 2023. By Eric Lewis

Less the curry lunch that follows the
Despite worsening, Tony was stoically Corps initially as a Chef. On the 5th of once categorised reservists as being Cenotaph parade, it has been many
determined to get the most out of life, April 1993 the Army Catering Corps “twice the citizen” and that comment years since we have had an ‘all ranks’
notwithstanding the terrible blow of was merged into the Royal Logistics certainly holds true for Tony, like many gathering and was heartened to
the recent loss of his eyesight and the Corps (RLC), where he continued to other Reservists who made and continue see so many attend the Association
continued pain he endured with so serve for a total length of thirteen years to make an extraordinary commitment BBQ held Friday 14th July 20023
much courage. He worked hard to cope and attaining the rank of Sergeant. to our combined international security at the Village Hotel, Farnborough. Awaiting dinner
with his new life at the Royal Hospital, During his long-service, Tony responsibilities. There were just over 90 in attendance,
aided by his In-Pensioners and friends worked with a plethora of Regiments Passing although the majority attending lived
and of course his trusted cane. He was and Units that requested logistical sup- Tony sadly passed on the 20th of July within a 60-mile radius, a few intrepid
a reminder that joy could be found even port. He held good memories whilst 2023 aged 68, in the Margaret Thatcher attendees had made great effort to
amidst turmoil. For this, we must thank serving, notably with 3 Commando Infirmary within the Royal Hospital. attend the event; it took Ian Matthews
God for the small mercies he has shown Brigade Royal Marines on exercises Following a unique memorial service and Tony Kaufman close to 7 hours
over this time. within the UK and Norway, the Royal matching tradition that has been in to drive down from Lancashire –
All gathered
Military career Army Veterinary Corps and the Royal place since 1682, he was thereafter well down for their perseverance and
After Tony established himself a civilian Army Medical Corps in their response buried with his parents in the ceme- I thank them for the raffle prizes they
career, he decided at the age of 27 that to supporting Chemical, Biological, tery of St Thomas á Becket Church in donated. Who said our road system is
he wanted to give something back to his Radiological and Nuclear threats. Warblington, Hampshire. The Church fit for purpose?
country. Conscious that the Falklands Tony’s civilian career at the time was and the grounds have remained a place The event started at 1900 hours
War had recently ended, he decided to based around logistics and supply chain of faith, tranquillity and peace for Tony with a pre drink (or 2) and the chance Pre dinner
join the Territorial Army. On the 26th of management; a suitable alignment for since a child and will mark a meaningful to meet and greet each other. The event
October 1982, Tony was attested into the the Royal Logistics Corps Motto of:
final resting place. started in earnest at 1945 hours with a
British Army within the Army Catering ‘We Sustain’. Sir Winston Churchill welcome brief on behalf of the Charman
(Lt Col Nigel Shepherd) by the Secretary
ACC/RLC CHEFS KENT. OLD SWEATS ALL RANKS LUNCH 2024 who was delayed by traffic. Unlike the
(NOT restricted only to Kent Based Veterans) hot summers the remainder of Europe
13:00 Saturday 31st August 2024 was enjoying, Farnborough was a deluge
McLeods Restaurant, Medway Road, Mid Kent College,Medway Campus, Gillingham. of rain which resulted in the BBQ being Raising a glass
Kent. ME7 1FN served inside from chaffing dishes. This
Only £12:00 PP(Partners very welcome) did not detract from the food, which was
Following on from the very successful inaugural event in 2023 we are pleased to confirm fulfilling, plentiful and enjoyable – the Nice Shirt
arrangements for our next Kent Event. The McLeods Restaurant at Mid Kent College is once again usual fayre was served such as burgers,
the venue for this event and will again include lunch and tea or coffee at just £12 per person but hotdogs, chicken skewers etc, followed
this time the food will have a German theme! by dessert of either a Banoffee pie or
Lemon tart. All In all, a good meal that
We’re having an Oktoberfest in August! all I spoke to enjoyed.
A fully licenced bar is available at the cafe (card payments only). The meal was closely followed by
the obligatory raffle and of course there
(Please note that as individuals we will have to pay for any pre-luncheon drinks and any were winner and losers – I being one of
additional drinks).
the losers. How come I never win the
We will once again be running a raffle with proceeds going to a charity, yet to be decided, raffle – I am sure I can manage better
along with a pint pot collection. Our previous event in 2023 raised just over £166!
next year. The disco started at circa 2100 Welcome
Full payment for the lunch will be required in advance and can be paid by bank transfer. hours and went on till late – I was glad-
Email andyspringett@blueyonder.co.uk to book and for details to pay. dened to see so many take to the floor
Lunch will be served at 1300 hours, but you are welcome to join everyone and strut their stuff.
at the bar from 1230 hours. Dress is casual (Lederhosen acceptable!) The Village hotel proved to be a
great place to hold our event, with a
Why not make a weekend of it?
There is a Travelodge and a Premier Inn within a mile of the McLeods Restaurant. large function room, our own bar with
If wanted, we can gather for breakfast on the Sunday morning at the café nearby at Fort Amherst. accommodation that was VfM and
Perhaps visit some local historical sites: Royal Engineers Museum, Chatham Historic Dockyard, did not need a bank loan to pay. It is
Fort Amherst, Rochester Castle, Rochester Cathedral, Upnor Castle, or Historic Rochester planned to hold a similar function next
Very many thanks for your support. year at this same venue but to change
Please get back to us with your booking and payment in due course. the date to September as the July date Raffle
We are on hand to answer any additional questions you may have. Waving the flag
We will be in touch nearer the time with the finer detail. We very much look forward to seeing is to close to Corps Sunday. Hopefully
you all soon. in 2024 we can increase numbers –
hopefully we will see you there.
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