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A proud moment
Lieutenant Colonel Farebrother MC, Commanding Officer of the AFC, asks a Junior Soldier where her family are sitting in the crowd.
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Swagger and style
Over 400 Junior Soldiers march on to the parade square at the Harrogate base on 17 Feb 2022.
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Pony on parade
The mascot of the Queen's Dragoon Guards is flanked by soldiers from the Royal Lancers.
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All smiles
A crowd of around 2,000 family members and friends celebrated the occasion.
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Play on
Music was provided by the British Army Band Catterick.
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A grand day out
Chelsea Pensioners enjoy the day, despite the North Yorkshire weather.
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Smart turnout
Junior Soldiers were inspected by the likes of Lieutenant General Sir Tickell KBE and Major General Nesmith.
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Chill in the air
Spirits remained high throughout the day, even if it was a bit chilly.
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Onwards and upwards
Permanent Staff watch on as their proteges march on towards their new careers.
400 teenagers graduate from Army Foundation College
18 February 2022