Connel receives his award from Mrs MacLeod, accompanied by Geordie Rhodick, chairman of Lochgilphead Armed Forces Day.
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A 17yearold from Dunoon has been appointed this year’s Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet. Staff sergeant Connel MacLeod of Dunoon detachment of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Battalion army cadet force was presented with his badge at Lochgilphead Armed Forces Day by Vice Lord Lieutenant for Argyll and Bute, Jane MacLeod.
One cadet is selected in each cadet company each year based on personality and character, length of service, rank, leadership qualities, and achievements in the cadets and wider life. These cadets accompany the Lord Lieutenant on various occasions, such as royal visits and civic ceremonies, helping out as necessary.