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Last Updated: Dec 16, 2019 - 10:42:50 AM |
Chief Petty Officer Allan Francis giving his final address to members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force on December 9 during a farewell ceremony for his retirement.(RBDF Photo by Marine Seaman Wellington Ramsey)
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Coral Harbour Base, (RBDF)- Chief Petty Officers Ian
Morley and Allan Francis were both hailed as Guardians of Our Heritage
after they officially retired from the Royal Bahamas Defence Force.
Both
Senior Enlisted were recognized for their dedicated services during a
special ceremony on December 9 at Coral Harbour Base by the Officers and
Marines. Several individuals, including Lieutenant Commander Kenneth
Force, Commanding Officer, Base Maintenance Team (BMT); and Senior
Lieutenant Origin Deleveaux, Training Officer, brought brief remarks,
and thanked them for their services over the years.
CPO Francis
enlisted as a Marine Recruit on January 14, 1985, and has served in
numerous key departments which included Squadron, Supply, Headquarters
(Public Relations Section) and Engineer. Some of his duties included
that of Quartermaster, Operations Leading Hand and his final assignment
in the BMT, where he served as Administrator and Head of the Plumbing
Section.
In his farewell remarks, CPO Francis thanked the Defence
Force for allowing him the opportunity to serve his country over the
years. In reviewing his illustrious career, he encouraged those present
to continue to be positive role models and take advantage of all
opportunities afforded them.
Chief Petty Officer Ian Morley giving his final address to members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force on December 9 during a farewell ceremony for his retirement.
(RBDF Photo by Marine Seaman Wellington Ramsey)
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CPO Morley enlisted as a
Marine Recruit on June 2nd 1984. He has also served in essential areas
such as Squadron, Supply, Training, Military Police and Force Protection
Unit and Headquarters (Rangers Section). Some of his duties included
the position of coxswain aboard a RBDF craft and a training instructor.
His most recent post was Administrative Chief in the Rangers programme.
Chief Morley also attended the Chief Academy in 2015 and was awarded the Ship Rider of the Year Award in 2005.
CPO
Morley in his final remarks also gave an historical account of his
years in the organization, and thanked the command for allowing him to
execute his duties faithfully. He encouraged other Senior Enlisted to
always ensure the welfare of the Junior Rate who work for them and to
maintain physical fitness, which is a vital component in maintaining a
fit and ready force.
Captain Raymond King, Acting Commander
Defence Force, conveys heartfelt thanks to both Senior Enlisted for over
70 combined years of outstanding service to the organization, and The
Bahamas on behalf of the Executive Command, Officers, the Command
Warrant Officer, Non-commissioned Officers and Junior Marines.
The
dedication and devotion to duty and their tireless commitment to the
maintenance of discipline and good order from both men are appreciated.
They have served well and have left a lasting mark of respect and
admiration on all. May the Lord be their watch commander as they
continue to safely navigate the unpredictable seas of life.
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