TWO staff and four cadets were invited to attend the Rededication Service of HMS Monmouth at Devonport Naval Base, Plymouth. Due to the early start accommodation was found in the Junior Rates Mess of HMS Drake.
The cadets arrived at 0830 and were met by Lieutenant Craig McBriety and were then shown around before being briefed on their role for the day by the Ships Executive Officer. The cadets were detailed to be the piping party and were to pipe aboard all the VIP's, including the Mayor of Monmouth.
Once everyone had arrived everyone was able to take their seats to watch the service. The service involved a short ceremony involving a guard and the inspection of the ships company. There was also a very short religious service followed by cutting of a cake.
Everyone was then able to enjoy the refreshments provided and the cadets able to secure a short tour of the ship.
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