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Read the latest updates from Walking With The Wounded's 'Walking Home ' winter campaign
13-year-old Army Cadet leading by example with Walking Home fundraising efforts
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Murray Harrold, a 13-year-old Army Cadet from Wick, is taking part in this year’s Walking Home event alongside his detachment, Caithness and Ross Company. The detachment has already surpassed their £2,000 combined target, helping Walking With The Wounded to provide essential support to veterans and their families throughout the UK.
Murray joined the Army Cadets last year, enjoying the opportunities to connect with friends from different detachments at weekend and annual camps. Speaking on his motivation behind taking part in Walking Home, Murray said, “Veterans gave their tomorrow for our today, so I think it is important that we support them to show thanks for their sacrifices for us.”
Jordan Tillier, detachment commander, commented on the determination shown by Murray and his local cadets during the Walking Home campaign, saying, “Watching the efforts of Murray over the past few weeks has been incredible, and the money he’s raised at such a young age is outstanding. His fundraising has helped to inspire other cadets, and it’s been great to see even more of them following suit and fundraising in support of the work Walking With The Wounded does to support our veterans.”
James Davies, Head of Events and Partnerships at Walking With The Wounded, added, “We are extremely grateful for the efforts being shown by all of our supporters, and the Caithness and Ross Company have done a great job at highlighting that our fundraising is open to all, regardless of age. Seeing the amount already raised by these young cadets is a warm reminder that veterans are still cared about, and people from all generations are willing to do what they can to provide support. A huge thank you to everyone already signed up for Walking Home, and if you’ve not yet registered, there’s still time!”
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Serving Soldier embarks on sponsored walk from Munster Barracks on a circular walk via Richmond to support veterans and their families this December
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Seun Ayoola Olagunju, a serving member of the Royal Lancers, and a team of fellow soldiers took on a sponsored walk on December 10th in aid of veterans and their families. Seun and his team walked from their barracks in Munster (Catterick) on circular walk via Richmond Castle, covering a distance of 12 miles. The team are raising money for Walking With The Wounded’s ‘Walking Home’ campaign.
Commenting on his upcoming challenge, Seun said, “I care deeply about giving back to and supporting my friends and neighbours in whatever capacity I can. This is another opportunity for me to do so and I hope it goes a long way for veterans and their families.
I am not undertaking this alone. I am proud to be part of a team supporting Walking Home. A...
Blaenau Gwent resident to complete Welsh Three Peaks Trail in support of veterans this winter
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Blaenau Gwent resident, Ethan Bromwell, is lacing up his walking boots this December for the sixth year in a row as he and his friend take on the Welsh Three Peaks Trail in aid of our annual winter fundraising campaign, Walking Home.
Commenting on his reasons for supporting the charity, Ethan said: “Ever since watching my first black and white war film with my dad when I was a child, I had always wanted to join the Armed Forces, specifically the Royal Navy. I started off as a Sea Cadet and then once I’d finished college and turned 18, I applied for the Royal Navy with the hopes of becoming a marine engineer. I passed the first medical and entrance exam and was on course to join, but unfortunately didn’t pass the eye test due to the...
Ally's Story
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Ally was born and raised in North London and after school he went on to college to study for a degree. He got married and had 2 children and worked hard to support his family. As a young man with ambitions, he set up his own close protection company. It was whilst at work that he suffered a significant injury that left him feeling bereft, as if he had lost a part of himself. Ally wanted and needed a new role in life, one that offered support and reliability. He chose the Army.
In 2009, Ally joined the Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) and served in the Reserves whilst continuing to maintain his business commitments. He later transferred to 7th Battalion The Rifles and in 2013 he was deployed on active duty to Afghanistan as part of Op...