HM the Queen attended a Guard of Honour at Burnham Camp. The composite band for this parade was formed from volunteers, with drummers coming from Christchurh secondary schools (mainly St Bedes College and ChCh Boy's High School) It was an unforgeetable occasion, especially as youngsters we were introduced to service life,and disciplin, but more importantly felt we were truly part of the British Commonwealth. The experience caused me to join the Armed Forces (RNZAF)were I served for some 25 years