But, despite all 
of that accomplishment, the Air Force Board resurrected 207 Squadron instead. So, the battle had been lost.
However, he was grateful for all of the support from the Association over the years, and the fact that seven former Squadron Commander had attended this final event was the most marvellous reflection of the spirit of the Squadron. He reiterated that, irrespective of the format of future gatherings, the Association would continue with the Website and the Newsletter to provide a conduit for all ex-
The President noted that the Buccaneer boys were back, and that the Hunter boys were back, and he was grateful to Iain Ross for bringing them all together a couple of years ago for the Hunter 50th Anniversary Reunion. It had been a nice re-
as the Boss and the President was his Deputy Boss, was known as 'The Boy.' However, he was now 69 years old! It was also a great pleasure to see, 'Wildpig,' another colleague from his era, at the event. The President also thanked the Association's 'Brussels Contingent,' Sebastien Colmant, for his support and company over the years, and for proposing the Loyal Toasts earlier in the evening.
Speaking of the Association's Chapters of all types, he noted that perhaps the largest Chapter of all was the Ladies, including Lady Maggie, his wife, who had been extremely supportive over the years. He therefore proposed a toast to the Ladies for all of their support.
Looking back in history, the President reflected that when he first came to an Association Dinner at the RAF Club, it was next door in the, what is now the Sovereign's Room, and there were 120 male participants, including Sir Geoffrey Bromet, whose Trophy was on the table, and who was the first CO of the Squadron. There was also Air Marshal Sir Humphrey Edwardes-
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