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1st Regiment Royal Horse Artillery
Quartermaster Department WO2 (RQMS) J Markham
The Quartermaster department has recently undergone a significant transformation with a series of personnel changes, promotions, and farewells. This article aims to highlight these developments, along with notable achievements and deployments of our staff. The commitment and excellence of our personnel continue to uphold the high standards of the department.
The past quarter has seen a dynamic shift in the composition of the Quartermaster department. Several members have been pro- moted, reflecting their dedication and outstanding service.
Bdr Bitila Ligabalavu has been promoted and moved to the O/ HQ BQMS, being replaced by Bdr Lucy Clark in the MSA. LBdr Dylan Evans has been promoted and transferred to The Chest- nut Troop MT, with Gnr Peace Sesi stepping in to fill his previous position. Sgt Jordan Frayne has shown exemplary performance and has been promoted, reflecting her invaluable leadership and experience within the team. LCpl Royston Lavia has also been promoted and posted to Bicester, highlighting his dedication and hard work. Lastly the departments newest member is Gnr Anne N’Jenga who has stepped in to fill Gnr Peace Sesi’s role.
While we celebrate the achievements and promotions, we also bid farewell to several esteemed colleagues who have moved on to new chapters in their careers. Their contributions have been immense, and they will be dearly missed. We extend our heartfelt gratitude and best wishes for their future endeavours. Maj Steven Smith, our Quartermaster (QM), has left the Army. His departure marks the end of a significant era for the department. We thank him for his exceptional service and leadership.
Gnr Peace Sesi has also left the department to pursue a career in the nursing corps. We wish her great success in her new and noble endeavour. Maj Dom Ian has been promoted from RCMO of 4 Regiment RA and has stepped into the role of Quartermaster (QM), replacing Maj Smith. We look forward to his leadership and the fresh perspective he will bring to the department.
The operational tempo has remained high with key deployments and engagements:
RAWFC team photo
Bdr Lucy Clark participated in the Operation Lightfoot deploy- ment in Germany in January 2024. Her role was crucial in ensur- ing the operational effectiveness of the mission, demonstrating her skills and leadership. On the 3rd and 4th of June 2024 a com- prehensive review of the JSJET Artillery Logistics was conducted. This review was critical in assessing and improving the logisti- cal operations, ensuring efficiency and readiness for future mis- sions. LCpl Phillip Nickie was instrumental in supplying B Battery and The Chestnut Troop with cold weather equipment for their deployment on Operation CABRIT. His efforts ensured that all personnel were adequately equipped for the harsh conditions.
In addition to their military duties, members of the Quartermaster department have excelled in sports, showcasing their versatility and team spirit:
Bdr Lucy Clark and Sgt Jordan Frayne played instrumental roles in helping the Royal Artillery Women’s Football Club secure both the Lilly Parr league and the Edwards cup. Their dedication on the field mirrors their commitment to their military roles. Following their successful season, Bdr Lucy Clark and Sgt Jordan Frayne participated in a football tour to Cyprus from the 11th to the 20th of June. This tour not only provided a platform for further honing their skills but also served as a valuable team-building exercise.
QMand QM(T) Depts for Maj S Smith (QM) leaving photo. Photo credit: LBdr Antwi (Kobis_images)
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