Change of Command Parade
As customary, the Outgoing Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel William (Bill) T. Wickett takes over the unit on parade one last time and provides the General Salute for the Reviewing Officer prior to turning the Regiment over to Lieutenant-Colonel Stuart McDonald. The unit is inspected by Area Commander Brigadier General Herb Hamm accompanied by the Battery Commander, Major Martin Casey, the incoming Commanding Officer and the outgoing Commanding Officer. Gunner Steve Darragh, Gunner Colin Parkinson and the Drum Major Chief Warrant Officer Jimmy Hamilton can also be seen in the photo.
The outgoing Commanding Officer hands over the CO's sword before signing the handover documents.
The Outgoing Commanding Officer thanks his Regimental Sergeant Major for his service.
Lieutenant-Colonel William (Bill) T. Wickett receives the salute from the Regiment as it marches past.
Lieutenant-Colonel Stuart McDonald leads the Regiment in giving “Three Cheers” to the Outgoing Commanding Officer.
The last item on the agenda is the cutting of the cake in the Officers’ Mess.
The Outgoing Commanding Officer thanks his Regimental Sergeant Major for his service.
Lieutenant-Colonel William (Bill) T. Wickett receives the salute from the Regiment as it marches past.
Lieutenant-Colonel Stuart McDonald leads the Regiment in giving “Three Cheers” to the Outgoing Commanding Officer.
The last item on the agenda is the cutting of the cake in the Officers’ Mess.