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ACC ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER

Praise for one of our own Editors Comment
Jim Chalmers is one of us, Jim joined the
A fantastic evening on Thursday 17th ACC in 1974 and left fulltime service in
October celebrating the Surrey Lord- 1999 – he joined CCF over 4 years ago
Lieutenant Awards Ceremony!
and has justifiable been recognised for
The Lord-Lieutenant awards
his efforts. A summary of his career:
ceremony is a formal and prestigious
l Depot training 1974-1975 Aldershot
event; recognising individuals who
demonstrate the volunteer ethos and l Black Watch 1975-1978 Colchester
to build and nurture the enduring and Ballykinler.
relationships that are so important to l 22 SAS Hereford 1978-1981
your County and local community. This l 4 RTR Munster and Tidworth
is done through the awarding of Medals
1981-1984
and His Majesty Lord-Lieutenant’s l MCTC Colchester 1984
Certificates for Meritorious Service,
l LI Hemer Germany 1984-1988
amongst other awards.
His Majesty Lord-Lieutenant’s l 1 RHF & KOSB Edinburgh 1988-1991
Certificates for Meritorious Service l 9 Sigs Cyprus 1991
Jim Chalmers at the Award Ceremony
were instituted in order to afford public l 22 AD Regt RA Dortmund Germany
recognition to those members of the Jim retired as an SQMS (ACC/ 1991-1992
Reserve and Cadet Forces whose efforts RLC) and now lives in Aldershot where
l 23 PFA Aldershot 1992-1994
are not recognised by the twice-yearly he remains very active with a number
l 1 Para Aldershot 1994-1999
Honours Lists. of organisations including the local
In the spectacular setting of Royal Combined Cadet Force, The Airborne l Served in various Tours/exercises in
Military Academy Sandhurst, The Chefs Association and the local Football Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, England,
Lord-Lieutenant awarded 7 Meritorious Referees Association. France, Holland, Germany, Jamaica,
Service Certificates from across all I think that our readers will surely Kuwait, NI, Portugal Saudi Arabia,
3 Services and including our own agree, Jim has done us proud. Well Scotland, USA and Wales.
Jim Chalmers. done, Jim.
The citation reads:
‘Nomination for WO2 (SQMS) involvement in providing weekly can have, truly embodies the spirit of
James Chalmers in recognition Standard Bearer training for the dedication and service. His impact
of his exceptional dedication and cadets. By facilitating training in this extends far beyond the confines of his
commitment to his role within the specialised area, Jim is equipping our role, ads he consistently seeks out ways
Cadet Force. Jim has consistently cadets with a unique skill set that to elevate the cadet experience and
demonstrated outstanding initiative instils discipline, respect and a deeper make a lasting difference in the lives of
and drive, going above and beyond his appreciation for British Values. those under his care.
prescribed duties to ensure that the Jim’s tireless efforts have not gone Jim’s exceptional contributions, his
cadets under his care have been provided unnoticed; his willingness to go the selfless dedication, and his unwavering
with unparalleled opportunities for extra mile, his readiness to lend a commitment to the betterment of our
growth and development within cadets. helping hand wherever needed, and cadets made his a prime candidate for a
One aspect that truly sets Jim apart his relentless pursuit of providing the meritorious award.’
is his unwavering dedication to forging cadets with every opportunity they Jim Chalmers receiving his award
beneficial partnerships to enrich the
cadet programme. He has played a pivotal
role in establishing the connection with
the Royal British Legion, opening up a
myriad of opportunities for our cadets
to engage with the community and to
enhance their understanding of the
military heritage of our country. Jim’s
efforts in affiliating the unity with the
RBL have noy only broadened our
cadets’ horizons but have also deepened
their sense of pride and belonging
within the wider community.
Jim’s perseverance to excellence
is exemplified through his consistent

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