Dr Angela Hawker, teacher in charge of Plymouth College’s Combined Cadet Force (CCF) RAF section, has been presented with her Officer Scrolls by the oldest World War 1 veteran, and the oldest man in Europe, Henry Allingham, aged 112.
Flight Lieutenant Hawker, a chemistry teacher at the school, undertook her week’s training at RAF Cranwell, where she completed courses in leadership skills, presentation, oral skills, marching and drill, dress, and RAF/CCF history.
The RAF is the only service in the CCF that requires its officers to pass the course and be commissioned by the Queen. Dr Hawker is now fully responsible for RAF activities at school, which includes the chance to fly and glide.
Made up of Army, Navy and Air Force sections, the Contingent of 14 to 18 year olds meets once a week to undertake a range of service and adventure training activities. As well as having fun, the Combined Cadet Force helps to boost young people’s confidence by developing leadership and self-reliance skills.
