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170724-N-KB401-238 STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (July 24, 2017) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) passes the Rock of Gibraltar. The ship and its carrier strike group are conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael B. Zingaro/Released)
The ruling majesty, the wise old English oak holds a special place in our culture, history, and hearts. It supports more life than any other native tree species in the UK; even its fallen leaves support biodiversity.
For The First Time in its History the Annual Legends Of Brands Hatch Superprix was held over a Three Day Period With Friday being Practice Day and a few Qualifying Support Races Happening too. Each Driver was Ready to Push Hard and Test Their Machinery To see what they Had Built and Achieved During the Test Day on Friday.
Support Races Such as Champion Of Brands were also Scheduled to Qualify on this Day as well and with the addition of Classic Clubman's Qualifying the Weekend was shaping up to be a very exciting and interesting one for the History Books.
Lets See How Qualifying Went for the Support Races Qualifying on the Friday and see Who came where.
HSCC Champion Of Brands - Qualifying
HSC Champion of Brands Returned to the Venue once again for another Year of Hard Racing to crown the Champion of Brands for 2021. Featuring the likes of the Van Diemen RF91 The Ray GR16 and the Lola T202 The Grid of Both Drivers and Cars was shaping up to be a very intense Qualifying Session for The Champion Of Brands. Lets See What Happened.
In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was (Matt Rivett) in his Van Diemen RF91 with a lap time of 51.685 and an Average Speed of 84.13mph. Amazing work from Matt to put that Car on Pole for The Race Later on.
In Second Place was (Adam Fathers) in his Ray GR16 with a Lap Time of 52.192 and an Average Speed Of 83.31mph. An Impressive charge from Adam and keeping quite close to Matt During Qualifying the whole time really shows how thease Drivers Push Hard to gain Pole Position.
In Third Place Was (James Hadfield) in his Van Diemen RF03 with a Lap Time of 52.353 and an Average Speed Of 83.06mph. Another Thrilling Drive from James to put his car into the Podium Places for the Race. Looking forward to seeing thease Three Battle it out for Victory.
Fantastic Action to See During Qualifying and I'm sure a lot more to come from thease three drivers as well as all the other Drivers taking part. Good Luck and Keep Pushing.
Classic Clubman's - Qualifying
Classic Clubman's was Up Next for Qualifying and the High Spec Machines were Ready to be Deployed onto the Track with Drivers Ready to-do Battle for Pole Position. With the Drivers and Cars Ready it was time to see what would take Place during Qualifying.
In First Place and Taking Pole Position was (Mark Charteris) in his Mallock MK20/21 with A Lap Time of 48.176 and an Average Speed of 90.26mph. A Phenomenal Speed of the Classic Clubman's round the Indy Circuit. Well Done Mark.
In Second Place was (John Harrison) in his Mallock MK21 with a Lap Time of 48.989 and an Average Speed of 88.76mph. Another Very Fast Lap of the Circuit Showcasing the Raw Power of Classic Clubman's and the Talent in Driving thease Machines. Fantastic Work John.
In Third Place was (Mike Lane) in his Mallock MK18/21 with a Lap Time of 50.652 and an Average Speed of 85.84mph. Amazing to see all three of thease Drivers pushing Hard for Pole and trying to Push each other Hard all the time Awesome work Mike.
Fantastic Qualifying in Classic Clubman's and I'm sure we will see even more Action come Race day were they Will take to the circuit and Race to the Flag for the Overall Victory.
Historic Formula Ford 2000 - Qualifying
Formula Ford 2000 Made is return to the circuit at this years Superprix as well Featuring Cars from the Formula Ford 2000 Spec category. Thease cars are similar in shape to their Formula Ford Counterparts but have Slightly Bigger Spec Engines and can attain much Faster Speeds. Lets see what the Drivers got up to and how they Performed in this Fast and Exhilarating Qualifying Session.
In First Place was (Graham Fennymore) in his Reynard SF81 with A Lap Time of 50.002 and an Average Speed of 86.96mph. This Showcasing the Speed and Power of the Engines and the sheer Talent of the Driver to handle such a Machine. Fantastic work Graham.
In Second Place was (Molly DODD) in her Royale RP27 with A Lap Time of 50.840 and An Average Speed of 85.83mph. An Incredible Achievement for Molly Once again showing what it takes to Drive one of thease Amazing machines both quickly and skilfully around the Indy Circuit.
In Third Place was (Nick Haryett) in his Reynard SF79 with a Lap Time of 50.872 and an Average Speed of 85.48mph. Amazing work from Nick to stay Close with Molly and Graham and keep up the Pace thought the Lap showcasing Determined Driving and Skilful Car Control.
An Amazing Qualifying Session for Formula Ford 2000 with an Action packed Grid of other Drivers all fighting for that same Pole Position during the Race it will be interesting to see who can snatch Pole away from either of the Top 3 come Race Day.
Classic Formula 3 - Qualifying
The Final Qualifying Support Race of the Day was Classic Formula 3 showcasing Cars from the 60's and 70's Era of Formula 3 Racing. Thease Cars during their Time in that Decade were Raced by Many Formula 1 Work Champions such as James Hunt Niki Lauda and even Jody Shecker.
Today However there are many Talented Drivers taking thease cars out onto the Race track to test their skills and follow in their Idols Footsteps into the world of Grand Prix Racing.
Lets see who came where and how the Qualifying shaped up the Grid.
In First Place was (Andy Smith) in his March 783 with A Lap Time of 47.769 and an Average Speed of 91.03mph. Very Fast and Quick Pace from Andy showing the Power of thease Cars and what they can do and how far they can be pushed on track.
In Second Place was (Ben Tilley) in his March 743 with A Lap Time of 48.593 and an Average Speed of 89.49mph. Another Very Quick Drive from Ben keep pace with Andy thought the Corse of the Qualifying Session. Seeing thease two do battles will be very exciting to watch.
In Third Place was (David Thorburn) in his Ralt RT3 with a Lap Time of 49.625 and an Average Speed of 87.62mph. Amazing Speed from David to keep up with the much more Powerful cars of both Andy And Ben. Well Done David.
A Fantastic End to Classic Formula 3 Qualifying with All Three Drivers looking to be Ready for the Race and showing they have what it takes to Win. Lest see what Happens come Race Day and see who will be able to hold their nerve and Pass the Chequered Flag First come Saturday.
A Fantastic end to the Day of Practicing and Qualifying from DAY 1 of the 3 Day Legends Of Brands Hatch Superprix. Looking forward to DAY 2 With Many more Faces and Cars taking Part in both Racing and Qualifying. See you all then.
The Turkish Stars (Türk Yıldızları) Transport Allianz Transall C-160 support aircraft at RIAT arrivals 10th July 2008
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Premier John Horgan, Andrew Mercier, Parliamentary Secretary for Skills Training, and Anne Kang, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Training, announce that the Province is launching a made-in-B.C. certification system to support higher-paying, more stable work for trades workers and to help build the foundation of a strong economic recovery.
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French Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Development Laurent Fabius in London for the Supporting Syria Conference.
With Essex County Council withdrawing financial support for Transport for London bus routes operating into the County, Transport for London has withdrawn route 167 between Loughton Station and Debden with effect from Saturday 11th March. This poster has appeared at bus stops along the route alerting potential users to the cutback.
Route 20 continues to operate between Loughton and Debden via pretty much the same route, apart a short variation in the Hillyfields area; and from Monday 13th March a new schoolday-only route 677, also detailed on the poster, will provide one return journey between Ilford and schools in Loughton and Debden - north of Buckhurst Hill this will only stop at schools, and will follow a different route to avoid the low bridge in Roding Road, Loughton. The 677 will be operated by Stagecoach London from Barking Garage - as will the truncated 167 from 11th March. The 677 is additional to the existing 667 schoolday journeys that operate between Ilford and Chigwell (West Hatch School) and will continue to be operated by Go-Ahead Blue Triangle..
FORT BRAGG, N.C. --- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District completed this $11 million Training Support Center in April 2011, which serves as a central location for all Army training aids, products and devices on Fort Bragg. Additionally, the 118,700 square-foot facility includes 12 training rooms where Soldiers use advanced video gaming technology for virtual weapons training (pictured). The sophisticated technology mimics real world battlefield scenarios and provides Soldiers with useful feedback for improving their accuracy and precision in weapons firing. With construction performed by North Carolina-based prime contractor Osborne Company, this project is the first warehouse facility of its type in the Army. It will serve as a prototype for similar facilities at other major Army installations worldwide. USACE photo by Tracy Robillard.
Community health worker Eunice Nalokita, 23, conducts a mother-to-mother support group in her village of Manyatta Zebra in central Kenya. Eunice, together with her fellow community health worker, Christine, founded the group with the support of our partner ADSMKE.
Eunice and Christine teach women about hygiene and sanitation, nutrition, how to breastfeed and about the importance of going to antenatal check-ups and delivering in hospital.
In the three years since the group was set up the health of women and children in the village has been transformed. For example, there are very few cases of diarrhoea now as women know how to treat water and have much better levels of hygiene in the home.
As part of the mother support group the women in the village were given chicks to rear and were shown how to grow their own vegetables. They use the money they get from selling their excess crops to buy more seeds.
In April 2011 Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety responded to an appartment fire on Buena Vista. Arriving units reported heavy smoke and flame coming from the structure. Sunnyvale ultimately responded three alarms to the fire, as additional buildings on the property were falling easy victim to spot fires on their shake roofs. One resident in the appartment of origin did not survive the fire.
Fire Associates of Santa Clara Valley responded Fire Support Unit 1 to the scene to provide Firefighter Rehab during the incident. FSU1 is a 1996 GMC with a Burton's light rescue body.
For more images and video from this incident (from several fire photographers) check out YourFireDepartment.org, Buena Vista Ave
Eldar Falcon Heavy Support ship in Biel-Tan colours. To add with the other Eldar models allready shown on my flickr page. It is going well I think!
Government introduced a motion in support of the Trans Pacific Partnership, and the wealth, jobs, and opportunity it will create for British Columbians.
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Chiltern Air Support Unit, provides operational air support to Thames Valley Police, Bedfordshire Police and Hertfordshire Constabulary through a funding arrangement between the three forces.
The Chiltern Air Support has two helicopters that cover the five counties of the three forces – Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. One helicopter - Eurocopter EC135P2 (G-TVHB) is based at RAF Benson in Oxfordshire and the other is based at RAF Henlow in Bedfordshire.
A small stone acting as a buttress, supporting chunks of dry stone wall.
A choice of two versions, tonemapped or straight processing.
Women Cooperative (project supported by the ILO): in the quarries of Mtongani (Dar Es Salaam), a mushroom and hen house project directed under cooperative form was proposed as an alternative to the stone breakage that used to be the principal activity of
Country : Tanzania, United Republic Of
Date : 2003-10
Copyright : Marcel Crozet / ILO
"Friends of McMillan Park is a group of community volunteers who support sustainable development and long-term planning for McMillan Park and Washington, DC. We believe that historic preservation and sustainability go hand in hand, and we would love to see McMillan Park set a high standard as a great metropolitan park of the 21st century." - friendsofmcmillan.org/about-us/
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Select photos published in The Future of D.C.'s Abandoned McMillan Park | Architect Magazine | Urban Design, Urban Development, Developers, Development, Mixed-Use Development, Historic Preservation, McMillan Park, Frederick Law Olmsted
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Spc. Cornelio Rodriguez, a transportation specialist with 126th Transportation Company, 189th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 82nd Sustainment Brigade, straps down a military shipping container during a support mission at Fort Lee, Va., July 16, 2013.
(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Amanda Tucker/82nd Sustainment Bde. PAO)
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Licking lips in delight? Do you see it too?
Although the petals look waxy... they are silky soft. The more they open the more silky they become.
Also the paler the petals get...
As you know, I don't talk to flowers, they talk to me and I gladly listen!
"READY TO BLOOM and regale you with my beauty"?
The Peony is indigenous to China, but was imported to Japan so early it is difficult to be certain when the transplantation occurred. It is a perennial plant with single flowers of white, red or pink which are born in late spring.
The peony was originally introduced as medicine. In fact, its ancient Japanese name "Ebisugusuri" literally means ‘medicine from China’. However, due to its beautiful and now mostly double blooms, in time, many decorative varieties were developed. In Japanese society, it was seen both as a medicine and a source of beauty.
For years I 'experimented' in the studio, to get that Flemish painter's light? Well, I was born in Flanders, it must be in my blood? LOL.
Giving my flowers SOUL? My Soul Flowers on youtube and Studio Flowers 2011
Why not take a few minutes, click on the links, sit back and relax, enjoy the beauty, you'll feel replenished?
Lead and enjoy a good life, do and say things that enrich... and do not forget to tell the people close to you, how much you love them!
With love to you and thank you for ALL your faves and comments, M, (* _ *)
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Tread mount sub-assemblies are welded to the standard rectangular steel tube stringer. A laser cut cap is then welded to the tube stringer covering the structural welds. It is simultaneously used as a jig in fabrication of the stinger.
Stair designed and fabricated by Caliper Studio with and for Abelow Sherman Architects. Installation by Bluestone Construction.
Greater Manchester Police Ford Transit. Note camera added at rear of roof. Vehicle was heading Stop the War march 20/9/08.
BLSO celebrated Lawari Rail tunnel festival.
CHITRAL: Beyar Local Support Organization (BLSO) celebrated Lawari rail tunnel festival at Booni some 75 KM from here. District Coordination Officer Chitral Mutasim Billah Shah was chief guest on the occasion while District Nazim Chiral Maghfirat Shah presiding over the ceremony. Chairman BLSO Sardar Hussain said that after completion of Lawari Rail Tunnel new windows of development will open at Chitral and life standard of inhabitants of the district will be enhanced by launching new projects and availability of maximum opportunities of employment and trade. But the nation who not hardworking and lazy can never develop. Tehsil Nazim Chitral Sartaj Ahmad Khan said that we never forget our benefactors like the first parliamentarian from Chitral Ataleeq Jafar Ali Shah who raised the voice for construction of the tunnel at the floor of assembly. The speakers paid rich tribute to Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto the then Premier of Pakistan who not only had
launched practically work of the tunnel but also sending food and fodder in aero plane for the people of Chitral even for our cattle. District Nazim Chitral Maghfirat Shah also thanked Parvez Musharaf the then president of Pakistan who completed the tunnel. He stressed upon the nation to be ready to embark new challenges after completion of the tunnel and assured for legislation to preserve property and land of Chitral people.
District Coordination Officer Chitral Mutasim Billah Shah said that the district administration of Chitral would never ignore any opportunity for development of Chitral. He while hailing Chitral people said that being a civilized and polite nation you must to maintain your this standard after completion of the tunnel where most people outsiders expected to be arrived here. He said that the district admin want to arrange a function and to invite all Korean and foreigners engineers, technical non technical staff and daily wages labor for giving them thanks with a proper way and to offer a dinner in their honor. He highly hailed the efforts of BLSO for arranging this colorful festival and celebrating thanks giving day. The festival was concluded with the prayer words of Maulana Qadir Shah Nazim Union Council Mulkho. Later on BLSO members distributed sweets among the participats to express heir pleasures on the this occasion. The speakers termed that after
construction of Lawari Tunnel people of Chitral feeling themselves Pakistani first tieme because in past they remained disconnect from other sorts of the country. Those who spoke on the occasion were Sikandarul Mulk Nazim Tehsil Mastuj, Qayum Baig Nazim Torkho, Muzzafar social worker and member BLSO and local representatives. Earlier those dwellers of Reshun, Koragh and other village also celebrated the festival that distributed sweet dishes among the commuters. On conclusion of the speeches of guest a cultural show was also held where small kids and local youth presented traditional and folk dance to celebrate the day and to enthrall the participants. A large number of people participated the festival despite chilly cold weather and were setting over snow bound ground.
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The Iconic Ford Power Live Event took Place at Brands Hatch to Celebrate The Blue Badged Ford Motor Company and their Iconic Cars From both the Past and The Present. From Escort Mexico's to Modern Ford Mustang GT'S there was Everything for the Ford Enthusiast to enjoy.
The Support Races Featured During the Day were also Full of Different Makes and Models of Ford Racing Cars From The Focus RS to the Ford Escort and the Iconic Sierra Cosworth and even the Iconic Enduro KA series was Present and with Drivers and Spectators Ready the Racing was about to begin.
Lets Turn to the Race Track and See what is the First Support Race to make it onto the Race track.
Champion Of Brands (Qualifying)
First up Champion of Brands and with Fast and High Speed Action from Thease Machines Lets See who took that all important People Position to Start the Race in P1.
In First Place was (Tom Mills) in his Spectrum KMR with a Best Lap Time of 50.154 and a Top Speed of 86.70mph. Amazing work there Tom a truly Heroic and Brave Drive for Pole Position.
In Second Place was (Niall Murray) in his Van Diemen BD21 with a Best Lap Time of 50.397 and a Top Speed of 86.28mph. Fantastic Work Niall Very Fast and Quick Driving.
In Third Place was (Colin Queen) in his Ray GR18 with a Best Lap Time of 50.399 and a Top Speed of 86.28mph. Another Incredible Driver in Colin Pushing Hard and Almost Taking Second Place from Niall. I think we are in for some Really Intense Racing but who will be Fast Enough to on Track to Take Victory?
Champion Of Brands (Race 1 Results)
After a Thrilling Battle that saw Tom Mills take Pole Position its time to find out who Won the Race and out of The Top Three Could Anyone else on the Grid Challenge them for a Spot on the Podium. Lets Find Out.
In First Place and taking the Win was (Niall Murray) in his Van Diemen BD21 with a Lap Time of 50.518 and an Average Speed of 77.40mph. Incredible work there Niall Beating back Tom to take Victory in the First Race and a Well Determined Drive to Secure it.
In Second Place was (Tom Mills) in his Spectrum KMR with a Lap Time of 50.706 and an Average Speed of 77.38mph. Amazing Drive there Tom Keeping up with Niall and a Fantastic Battle thought the entire Race too.
In Third Place was (Colin Queen) in his RAY GR18 with a Lap Time of 50.820 and an Average Speed of 77.32mph. A Great Victory for Third Place on the Podium Colin showing a Determined Drive and a lot of Bravery thought the Race.
What an Incredible First Race to Start out the Days Events and with Another Coming up Soon after is it possible for Another Competitor to take Victory and the Spotlight? Lets Take A Look.
Champion Of Brands (Race 2 Results)
Race 2 Up Next and The Final Time for Anyone Racing in Champion of Brands to Score Points and Take Victory in either First Second or Third Place. After a Thrilling End to Race 1 which Saw Tom Mills getting Beaten by Niall Murray it was time to see who could Once Again bring the Roar and Thunder Home for a Final Time.
In First Place was (Niall Murray) in his Van Diemen BD21 with a Lap Time of 50.584 and an Average Speed of 84.84mph. Another Incredible Drive from Niall to once again take The Final Pole Position for Champion of Brands. Brilliant Drive there Niall.
In Second Place was (Tom Mills) in his Spectrum KMR with a Lap Time of 50.606 and an Average Speed of 84.47mph. Another Well Deserved Second Place for Tom Showing Incredible Car Control and Bravery Pushing the Limits on Every Corner to Keep up with Niall. Fantastic Drive Tom.
In Third Place was (Lucan Romenek) in his Van Diemen JL13 with a Lap Time of 50.927 and an Average Speed of 83.92mph. Very Well Done there Lucan Fantastic to see a New Driver take a Step onto the Podium and Celebrate the Victory.
What an Exciting Opening Day here at Brands Hatch for Ford Power Live with Champion of Brands Providing some Well Deserved Winners in Niall Tom Lucan and Colin. Well Done to all other Drivers taking Part and Continuing to Improve and do what it is that you Love. Keep Up the Momentum and Never Give Up Hope of One Day Making it to the Top Step of the Podium.
Lets See what Track Action is Next Up onto the Circuit as the Action Continues to Hot Up.
Clubman Sports Prototype Championship (Qualifying)
Clubman Sports Prototypes were up next and thease Mad Looking Machines are known for their Supreme Aerodynamics as well as Insane Straight Line Speed. each Driver will have to be on the ball and Keeping their Machine under Constant Control as they will be Powering round this 1,2 mile Indy Circuit at Speeds of at Least 90mph.
Lets Look to the Track to see who Qualified where and see who will be starting the Race on Pole.
In First Place and taking Pole Position was (Steve Dickens) in his Mallock MK29 with a Best Lap Time of 47.146 and a Top Speed of 92.23mph. Amazing Drive there Steve Very Fast and Committed for Pole Position.
In Second Place was (Clive Wood) in his Mallock MK23 with a Best Lap Time of 47.784 and a Top Speed of 91.00mph. Well Deserved there Clive Pushing that Mallock for all its worth and taking Second Place.
In Third Place was (Alex Champkin) Mallock MK27 Synergy with a Best Lap Time of 48.129 and a Top Speed of 90.35mph. Very Well Done there Alex Taking Third Place and a Spirited Drive with it.
A Very Fast and Fierce set of Drivers Ready to take on the Indy Circuit. Lets Get Right Down to the Action for Race 1.
Clubman Sports Prototype Championship (Race 1 Results)
After A Thrilling Battle in Qualifying Between Steve Clive and Alex which of them will be Poised and Ready to Attack on the Race Track to either Defend maintain or even potentially Loose their Positions to the other Drivers. Lets Find Out.
In First Place was (Steve Dickens) in his Mallock MK29 with a Lap Time of 48.076 and an Average Speed of 76.87mph. Incredible Driving there Steve Taking the Victory and the Spoils that come with it Amazing Work from you and The Entire Team.
In Second Place was (Alex Champkin) in his Mallock MK27 Synergy with a Lap Time of 47.515 and an Average Speed of 76.84mph. Another Super Drive by Alex to move him up into Second Place on the Podium. Fantastic Work and Driving Ability.
In Third Place was (Clive Wood) in his Mallock MK23 with a Lap Time of 47.802 and an Average Speed of 76.81mph. Very Well Done there Clive Super Driving and an All Round Great Victory for Third Place.
An Exciting Opening Race for Clubman's with Steve Dickens taking Both Qualifying and the First Race Win. Can he Do it again For Race 2 or will the likes of Alex and Clive Hunt Him down and take that Victory away Stay Tuned to find out as We Go Racing Once Again.
Clubman Sports Prototype Championship (Race 2 Results)
In First Place was (Clive Wood) in his Mallock MK23 with a Lap Time of 47.475 and an Average Speed of 87.35mph.
In Second Place was (Pete Richings) in his Mallock MK30 PR with a Lap Time of 48.784 and an Average Speed of 86.84mph.
In Third Place was (Steve Dickens) in his Mallock MK29 with a Lap Time of 48.448 and an Average Speed of 86.63mph.
What an Exciting End to Race 2 with a New Winner in P2 being Pete Richings Well Done Pete Amazing work and a well deserved Podium Spot. Will Pete be able to Retain that Second Place or even Improve though as we head into the Final Round in Race 3.
Clubman Sports Prototype Championship (Race 3 Results)
In First Place was (Pete Richings) in his Mallock MK30PR with a Lap Time of 48.218 and a Top Speed of 88.27mph. Incredible Driving Pete taking the Top Step of the Podium and the Race Win. A Truly Excellent Drive.
In Second Place was (Steve Dickens) in his Mallock MK29 with a Lap Time of 47.986 and an Average Speed of 88.17mph. Very Well Done again Steve Putting in a lot of Hard work to Reach Second Place.
In Third Place was (Clive Wood) in his Mallock MK23 With a Lap Time of 47.883 and an Average Speed of 88.08mph. Another Amazing P3 for Clive with a lot of Strong Determination Behind the Wheel.
What a Race Weekend for the Clubman's with Many Different Victories and Winners in Clive Steve Pete and Alex all Looking to Fight it it on Track and take Home those Valuable Championship Winning Points. Well Done to all other Competitors as well Keep Pushing Hard and Making Memories that will Last Forever.
Creative Funding Solutions Sports 2000 Championship (Qualifying)
Now it was time for the Creative Solutions Sports 2000's to hit the Track and After a Thunderous Performance by the Classic Clubman's Lets see what thease Mean Machines Have to Offer. With Speeds once again Reaching Nearly 92mph thease cars are Monsters and Driving and Controlling One is going to be Very Challenging with all that Break Horse Power.
Lets take a Look at Qualifying and see which Drivers made it to the Front end of the Grid for Race 1.
In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was ( Neil Burroughs) in his Gunn TS12 with a Best Lap Time of 47.202 and a Top Speed of 92.12mph. Fantastic work there Neil Once Again showing the Skill and Commitment Needed for a Championship Winning Drive.
In Second Place was (Tom Stoten) in his Gunn TS11 with a Best Lap Time of 47.400 and A Top Speed of 91.74mph. Great Work there Tom a Well Controlled and Well Balanced Car on the Race Track to Take P2 on the Grid.
In Third Place was (Joshua Law) in his MCR S2 with a Best Lap Time of 47.474 and a Top Speed of 91.59mph. Well Done Josh Really Amazing work to take P3 on the Grid for The Race.
What a Fantastic Qualifying Session with Battles Happening all over the Field but Neil Tom and Josh have made it into the Top Three and so Lets Find out in Race 1 which of them will be Taking Home Victory.
Creative Funding Solutions Sports 2000 Championship (Race 1)
In First Place and Taking Victory was (Tom Stoten) in his Gunn TS11 with a Lap Time of 48.471 and an Average Speed of 62.75mph. Amazing Work Tom taking yourself from P2 in Qualifying to P1 and The First Race Win, Incredible Drive.
In Second Place was (Michel Gibbins) in his MCR S2 with a Lap Time of 48.457 and an average Speed of 62.69mph. Fantastic Work Michel and a Really Strong Drive to take P2 in the Race. A Fantastic Drive.
In Third Place was (Giles Billingsley) in his MCR S2 with a Lap Time of 49.321 and an Average Speed of 62.31mph. Awesome Work there Giles a Brilliant Drive to Get P3 and the Last Spot on the Podium.
What an Exciting First Race with Tom Stoden being the First Race Winner in Sports 2000. A Big Congratulations to Michel and Giles too for some Heroic Driving and their Further P2 and P3 Finishes. Lets Find out what Race 2 Brings us Next.
Creative Funding Solutions Sports 2000 Championship (Race 2)
After a Really Hectic First Race which saw Tom Stoden Take P1 followed by Michel Gibbins and Giles Billingsley it was Time for Race 2. Lets see if Anyone Else can Challenge these Almighty Three Drivers at the Front of the Field.
In First Place was (Joshua Law) in his MCR S2 with a Lap Time of 47.878 and an Average Speed of 70.46mph. Incredible Drive for Joshua Taking P1 from Tom Stoden and Claiming his First Race Win of the Weekend. Amazing work Josh.
In Second Place was (Tom Stoden) in his Gunn TS11 with a Lap Time of 48.409 and an Average Speed of 70.35mph. Another Very Confident and Fast Drive by Tom to Achieve Second Place showing Just How Talented and Brave of a Driver Tom is Fantastic Performance Tom.
In Third Place was (Michel Gibbins) in his MCR S2 with a Lap Time of 48.395 and an Average Speed of 70.32mph. Really Good Drive there Michel Fantastic Car Control and a lot of Fast Race Pace. Well Done.
What Another Epic Race to Witness with a New Winner on the Top Step of the Podium being Joshua Law a Well Deserved Win from a Very Talented Driver. Amazing work to both Tom and Michel for their Respective P2 and P3 Finishes. With Race 3 Up Next who will be Taking Home that Final Pole Position of the Weekend for Sports 2000.
Creative Funding Solutions Sports 2000 Championship (Race 3)
The Final Round of the Day for the Sports 2000's and with Joshua Law Defending his People Position at the Front Will anyone be able to dethrone our New Race Winner. Lets Find Out.
In First Place and Taking the Victory was (Michel Gibbins) in his MCR S2 with a Lap Time of 47.479 and an Average Speed of 89.11mph. What a Drive Michel Taking P1 and the Final Race Win. Incredible Work.
In Second Place was (Tom Stoden) in his Gunn TS11 with a Lap Time of 47.680 and an Average Speed of 88.95mph. Amazing work Once Again Tom Proving Just How Competitive This Racing Series for Drivers is.
In Third Place was (Joshua Law) in his MCR S2 with a Lap Time of 47.938 and an Average Speed of 88.92mph. Great Work there Josh Really Good Drive in Taking P3.
What an Amazing Set of Races for the Sports 2000's with Many Different Victories for the likes of Joshua Tom Michel and Giles Drivers who Really Put the Pedal to the Metal when it really matters. Fantastic Work to all other Drivers on Track as well and Good Luck as the Season Continues.
Focus Cup Championship (Qualifying)
Next Up we take a Look to the Focus Cup Championship a Racing Series which Features the use of Ford Focus Road Cars Built to Racing Specifications. Thease Cars all Use The ZTEC 2.0 TDCI Engines and Have Proven to be Very Quick and also Very Twitchy when out Racing.
Lets Take a Look at Qualifying to see what Drivers Have made it to the Front of the Gird to start out the Days Racing.
In First Place taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Simon Rudd) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Best Lap Time of 58.625 and a Top Speed of 74.17mph. Great Work there Simon Very Fast Driving while Keeping the Car on the Race Track to clock in a Perfect Lap of the Indy Circuit for P1.
In Second Place was (Scott Parkin) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Best Lap Time of 58.880 and a Top Speed of 73.85mph. Very Well Done there Scott with a Blisteringly Quick Lap To take P2 on the Grid for the First Race.
In Third Place was (Gary Mitchell) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Best Lap Time of 59.025 and a Top Speed of 73.67mph. Very Well Done Gary Pushing Hard and Making every Millie Second Count to take P3 on the grid.
Three Very Quick Drivers in Simon Scott and Gary all Looking to take that First Race Win. Which One of them Can Do it. Lets Find Out as Race 1 Begins.
Focus Cup Championship (Race 1)
In First Place and Taking Victory was (Simon Rudd) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 58.725 and an Average Speed of 72.88mph. Congratulations Simon what an Epic Drive to Victory and a First Win of the Day for you. Very Well Done.
In Second Place was (Scott Parkin) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 58.776 and an Average Speed of 72.49mph. Amazing Work there Scott Well Driven and Controlled Thought the entire Race.
In Third Place was (Gary Mitchell) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 58.909 and an Average Speed of 72.39mph. Great Drive there Gary and A Brilliant Finish on the Podium in P3.
What an Exciting First Race for the Focus Cup showing Just How Fast thease Cars are and How Brave each Driver has to be to take Moves and Dive Bombs to work there way to the Front of the Grid. Lets See what Race 2 Brings and Can Simon Keep His Defence of P1.
Focus Cup Championship (Race 2)
In First Place was (Gary Mitchell) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 58.914 and an Average Speed of 68.78mph. Incredible Work there Gary taking P1 and The Race Win what a Fantastic start to the Weekend for Him.
In Second Place was (Richard Avis) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 59.506 and an Average Speed of 68.70mph. what a Drive there From Richard Fantastic to see a New Face in P2 on the Podium and a Well Deserved Victory in Second Place.
In Third Place was (Scott Parkin) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 59.283 and an Average Speed of 68.61mph. Very Well Done there Scott Pushing Hard and Making sure to Stay in the Top Three. Fantastic Drive.
Another Incredible Race with a Different Driver in Richard Avis taking Second Place with an Incredible Drive and Sheer Speed and Talent. Congratulations to both Gary and Scott as well for their Fantastic Finishes Too.
Now for Race 3 and its the Final Time to see who will be taking Home that Last P1 Victory for the Focus Cup Championship.
Focus Cup Championship (Race 3)
In First Place was (Simon Rudd) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 59.228 and an Average Speed of 71.60mph. Amazing Work as Usual Scott putting in One Final Flying Run to Gain Another Race Victory. Great Drive.
In Second Place was (Scott Parkin) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 59.972 and an Average Speed of 70.23mph. Another Really Impressive Drive by Scott to take P2 in the Final Race for The Focus Cup.
In Third Place was (Rob Gaffney) in his Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Zetec S with a Lap Time of 59.238 and an Average Speed of 70.19mph. Very Well Done Indeed Rob Finishing P3 and taking his First Podium of the Weekend. Phenomenal Drive.
What an Amazing End to the Focus Cup Championship at Brands Hatch with Many Different Victories for Simon Scott Rob and Gary who all Drove out of their Skin and showed Phenomenal Car Control and Ability to Drive. Fantastic Work to all the other Drivers too Keep Working Hard and Most Important of All Enjoy what you Love Doing.
MSVR Elise Trophy (Qualifying)
Next Up is the MSR Elise Trophy
with the Focus of this Race being on the Lotus Elise S1 S2 and S3 with Just One Qualifying Session and Just 1 Race This will be A Test of Will Power and Determination on the Track to see who can Take Victory.
First Lets look to Qualifying and See who will be Starting on the Front Row.
In First Place taking the Pole and Fastest Lap was (Maurizio Sciglio) in his Lotus Elise S2 with a Best Lap Time of 53.544 and a Top Speed of 81.21mph. Fantastic work there Maurizio to take P1 and start o the Front Row of the Grid.
In Second Place was (Jason Mcinulty) in his Lotus Elise S3 with a Best Lap Time of 53.914 and a Top Speed of 80.65mph. Very Well Done there Jason Putting in one Hell of a Quick Time to Gain P2 on the Grid.
In Third Place was (Simon Walsh) in his Lotus Elise S2 111R with a Best Lap Time of 54.076 and a Top Speed of 80.41mph. Incredible Drive from Simon to put Himself in P3.
With Three Very Quick Drivers in Maurizio Jason and Simon it was Time to see if Anyone Could challenge them and Win the Only Race of the Day for the Lotus Elise Trophy.
MSVR Elise Trophy (Race 1)
In First Place taking The Victory was (Jason Mcinulty) in his Lotus Elise S3 with a Lap Time of 54.638 and an Average Speed of 66.83mph. Fantastic Victory for Jason taking P1 and The Race Win for the Elise Trophy. Phenomenal Driving too.
In Second Place was (John Lamaster) in his Lotus Elise S2 135R with a Lap Time of 54.781 and an Average Speed of 66.75mph. Fantastic work John and So Great to see a New Face on the Podium Taking P2 what an Incredible Driver.
In Third Place was (David Alexander) in his Lotus Elise S1 with a Lap Time of 55.589 and an Average Speed of 66.62mph. Very Well Driven Dave Keeping an Eye out all over the Place and Bringing Home a Superb P3 Finish.
A Brilliant Race for the Elise Trophy and Victories for Jason John and David as well as Maurizio and Simon for their Heroic Efforts in Qualifying. Congratulations to Jason on the Race Win and Good Luck to all other Drivers in this Series.
Modified Ford Series (Qualifying Group A)
Now it was Time to head Back to the Blue Badged Ford Machines Once again as the Modified Ford Series Rolled out onto the Race Track with each car being Heavily Modified from their Road Counterparts. With Escort Cosworth's and RS200's Roaring and Ready to go it was Time to see what the First Group A set of Drivers could do in Qualifying.
Due to how large the Grids were and the Fact that both Group A and Group B Have Different Races I will only be putting up results from both Qualifying Sessions from Group A and Group B. I will Leave a Link Below each Qualifying Session so you can Get All the Race Result's and Action from the 4 Different Races.
Modified Ford Series (Qualifying Group A)
In First Place Taking Pole Position and the Fastest Lap was (David Cockell) in his Ford Escort Cosworth with a Best Lap Time of 49.872 and a Top Speed of 87.19mph. Very Well Done David Keeping that Escort on the Track Must Have Taken some Practice no Doubt Amazing work on Getting Pole.
In Second Place was (Wayne Crabtree) in his Ford RS200 with a Best Lap Time of 51.121 and a Top Speed of 85.06mph. Very Fast Drive from Wayne to take P2 and a Very Solid Drive Thought.
In Third Place was (Michael Saunders) in his Ford Escort MK1 Mexico with a Best Lap Time of 51.129 and an Average Speed of 85.05mph. Very Well Driven by Michael Being Able to Keep up with Both Wayne and David Must Have Ben a Real Pain but what a Fantastic Achievement.
What a Fantastic Set of Legendary Drivers all Battle Hardened and Ready to take on the Might of the Indy Circuit. But there can Only be One Winner who do you Think will Win the First Race? Click the Link Below to get all of the Race Results from this Racing Series.
(Link to Group A Race Results)
www.tsl-timing.com/Event/213751
Modified Ford Series Group B (Qualifying)
Now it was Time for Group B to make a stance and see what their Modified Ford Racing Machines could do. with How Fast and Action Packed Group A Had Been During both The Races and Qualifying Group B was looking to be much the Same.
Lets Waste No Time in Finding out who Has Taken Pole Position for the First of 4 Races.
In First Place Taking Pole Position and The Fastest Lap was (Neil Jessop) in his Ford Escort MK2 with a Best Lap Time of 52.030 and a Top Speed of 83.57mph. Fantastic Work there Neil and a Really Quick Escort to match too. Very Well Done.
In Second Place was (James Harris) in his Ford Escort MK2 with a Best Lap Time of 53.928 and a Top Speed of 80.63mph. Amazing work there James Pushing Hard and Giving the Old Girl everything she has to offer.
In Third Place was (Malcom Harding) in his Ford Escort MK1 with a Best Lap Time of 54.892 and a Top Speed of 79.22mph. Awesome Drive there from Malcom Overcoming a lot of Pressure to put in an Incredible Lap for P3.
What an Amazing Line up for Group B with Plenty of Experienced Drivers who know their cars inside out. But who will be Brave Enough to challenge the Top Three Drivers for Victory. Find out for Yourself at the Link Below.
(Link to Group B Race Results)
www.tsl-timing.com/Event/213751
Enduro KA (Qualifying)
The Final Qualifying Session of the Day Had Come and its the Enduro KA'S. with all of the Cars on the Grid being Models of the Popular Ford KA made Between 1998-2009 thease Cars were Fun City cars that could get you from A to B with Ease. They were Also Build on a tight budget meaning that Handling Performance and Comfort were a Big Selling point of thease Brilliant little cars.
The Racing Versions seen here in the pictures however are built for Racing. they use different tyres but still the same Legendary 1.3 Dura Tec Engine found in their Road Going Counterparts.
Lets Take a look at Qualifying and see which KA and Driver made it to the top step of the podium.
Enduro KA (Qualifying)
In First Place taking the Pole and Fastest Lap was (Octane Junkies Adam Smith and Martyn Smith) with a Best Lap Time of 1:03.495 and a Top Speed of 68.48mph. Fantastic Work Adam and Martyn Really Pushing the Car for all its worth.
In Second Place was (Alex Reade Motorsport Luke Reade and Chris Reade) with a Best Lap Time of 1:03.713 and a Top Speed of 68.25mph. Fantastic Drive there from Both Alex and Chris Claiming P2.
In Third Place was (Fat Boys Racing Matt Pinny) with a Best Lap Time of 1:03.921 and a Top Speed of 68.03mph. Very Well Done there Matt Great Drive and Awesome Car Control.
Three Very Quick and Determined Teams and with 4 Races to Race in this will be a Very Close and Tight Battles Between all Teams and Drivers. Skill and Talent will be crucial to survival and Who will be able to take the First Victory of Race 1. Lets Find Out.
Enduro KA (Race 1 Results)
In First Place Taking the Victory was (Alex Reade Motorsport's Luke Reade and Chris Reade) with a Lap Time of 1:03.688 and an Average Speed of 67.95mph. Congratulations Both Alex and Luke on a Superb Race Victory and Well Done to hold off the Pressure from the other Competitors.
In Second Place was (Octane Junkies Adam Smith and Martyn Smith) with a Lap Time of 1:03.416 and an Average Speed of 67.92mph. Very Well Done to both Adam and Martyn for that Amazing P2 Finish.
In Third Place was (Fat Boys Racing Matt Pinny) with a Lap Time of 1:03.664 and an Average Speed of 67.79mph. Incredible Work there Matt Amazing Drive and a Really Super Looking Car.
An Exciting Opening Race for the Enduro KA Series with Three Different Teams on the Podium in Alex Reade Motorsport Octane Junkies and Fat Boys Racing. Amazing work to all of you Now Lets see what Action Race 2 Brings and whether or not Alex Reade Motorsport can Hold onto that 1st Place.
Enduro KA (Race 2 Results)
In First Place was (Alex Reade Motorsport's Luke Reade and Chris Reade) with a Lap Time of 1:03.557 and an Average Speed of 67.94mph. Another Incredible Drive from both the likes of Alex and Luke to Keep their P1 Finish From the First Race. Amazing Work.
In Second Place was (Octane Junkies Adam Smith and Martyn Smith) with a Lap Time of 1:03.621 and an Average Speed of 67.90mph. Fantastic Work Once Again to the likes of Adam and Martyn Another Set of Drivers Keeping their Second Place Finish.
In Third Place was (Fat Boys Racing Matt Pinny) with a Lap Time of 1:04.005 and an Average Speed of 67.39mph. Well Done once again Matt Perfect Driving and a Well Balanced Car out there.
Looks like the Top Three Remain the Same even After Two Races but will Race 3 Bring a New Twist to the Current Driver and Team Standings. Lets Find Out.
Enduro KA (Race 3 Results)
In First Place was (Octane Junkies Adam Smith and Martyn Smith) with a Lap Time of 1:03.849 and an Average Speed of 67.57mph. Amazing Work there Adam and Martyn managing to topple the likes of Alex and Luke to Earn P1.
In Second Place was (Fat Boys Racing Matt Pinny) with a Lap Time of 1:03.584 and an Average Speed of 67.51mph. Well Done there Matt Improving up to P2 and Taking Home a Well Deserved Finish in the Standings for Race 3.
In Third Place was (Alex Reade Motorsport's Luke Reade and Chris Reade) with a Lap Time of 1:03.606 and an Average Speed of 67.44mph. Very Good Come Back Drive for Both Luke and Ale to Finish Third Great Driving.
Many Twists and Turns Have Benn brought into Race 3 with the Top Three Drivers now being Shuffled Around the Gird into different Positions. With One More Race to Go who will be The Last Driver of the Day on the Top Step of the Podium.
Enduro KA (Race 4 Results)
In First Place was (Octane Junkies Adam Smith and Martyn Smith) with a Lap Time of 1:03.442 and an Average Speed of 67.82mph. An Amazing Final Win for the Day to Octane Junkies Adam and Martyn Smith Congratulations and Very Well Driven.
In Second Place was (Piston Heads Peter Dignan) with a Lap Time of 1:03.781 and an Average Speed of 67.54mph. Incredible work there Peter Getting P2 and Standing on the Podium and Incredible Achievement.
In Third Place was (IP Racing Oliver Wilmot and Scott Parkin) with a Lap Time of 1:03.710 and an Average Speed of 67.47mph. Very Well Done to both Scott and Oliver on that Fantastic P3 Achievement. Something Very Special to Remember for both of you.
And With that The Days Racing at Brands Hatches Ford Power Live comes to an End and what an Incredible Array of Both Cars Teams and Drivers on Display Today. A Big Congratulations to the likes of Adam Martyn Luke Chris Peter Matt Oliver and Scott for their Incredible Achievements and All Other Drivers Keeping the World Of Motorsport Alive and Well.
Keep Working Hard everyone Else. Your Time Will Come.
See You All Again Next Year!!!!
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Volunteer: Nemesia & Jo Lynch - Volunteer Dates: Oct 02 - Nov 10, 2013 - Location: La Serena Chile Project: Orphanage Support
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Our favorite memories...
Nemesia: There is many to choose from but my favorite memory from working at the home was our last day when we gave the Tias we had been working with cards that we had translated what we wanted to say into Spanish. The Tia I worked with actually cried as I was finally able to tell her I admired her and that she made me proud of my Chilean heritage.
My favorite part of staying in our accommodation was being escorted by the two dogs that lived down the road every morning to the bus stop. Everywhere we went in La Serena, including the shopping centres, we had a dog follow or escort us there! It was great company.
Jo: I became very close to one particular baby girl who I was told, was very unsettled around men before I came. We bought her a little present when we left and despite being sick she was still really excited when we handed it to her, waving her arms around and squealing.
We were surprised that:
Nemesia: Before we came to La Serena we were in Cusco Perú which has a huge tourism industry and it's not to hard to find someone who speaks English there. I was surprised that almost no one spoke English in La Serena. It was actually very helpful because it forced me to work harder on my Spanish.
Jo: I was surprised that the home was as well organized and clean as it was; despite the little funding they receive.
The most difficult thing we experienced was:
Nemesia: It can be very hard working with children and not getting emotionally attached to them and wishing you could do more for them. I just had to keep reminding myself of the fantastic work the Tias do and that they genuinely love and care for each and every child with the little they have.
Jo: Language barrier!
Our best received lessons:
Nemesia: Each day I would learn a little more about taking care of children from 10 days to 18 months old from watching the Tias; from changing nappies to feeding and burping. I am definitely a pro now at getting babies to sleep! (which I am sure will help in the future)
I also learnt a lot of Chilean slang by just listening to the conversations around me which put a lot of words that my Chilean family say into context for me which was a really fun experience. The Tias have such great senses of humour; they made learning Spanish funny.
Jo: Feeding a one year old without making a mess! Very challenging!
Tips for future volunteers:
Nemesia: Be prepared to get sick! The children are constantly battling the flu as they no sooner get better and get it from another child in the home; so be prepared to get the flu for a couple days. There is a juice stand on the way to the orphanage, we tried to drink as much orange juice as we could to combat the flu.
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The 1297th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion received Maryland’s “Outstanding Unit” award by Military Officers Association of America during a ceremony on Feb. 24, in Havre de Grace, Md. The unit successfully accomplished its wartime mission with supreme professionalism and skill which significantly contributed to the combat operations in Afghanistan.
“This is our way of recognizing units in the community whether they are active, guard or reserve,” said Maj. John Whitman USAF (Ret), president of the Maryland counsel of chapters of MOAA. “This unit had an outstanding service record in a combat environment.”
In May of 2011, the 1297th CSSB deployed to Afghanistan to provide sustainment support on an area basis to U.S. and specified Coalition Forces in Regional Command-South (RC-S) for Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) 2011-2012, by enabling further operational reach to disrupt insurgent forces, secure population areas, build national security capability, and support the growth of governance and development in order
to build a stable Afghanistan.
“I accept this award on behalf to the Soldiers and NCOs of the 1297th, you made it happen,” said Lt. Col. Charles M. Blomquist, commander of the 1297th. “I am new to command. I have just taken over from Lt. Col. Weedon Gallagher and I wish he could have been here today, I know he is proud of all you accomplished during your deployment.”
The 1297th CSSB sustained the synchronization of all commodities flowing into and out of Kandahar Airfield (KAF) in support of all combat arms units throughout the RC-S, RC- RS-W regions. The 1297th CSSB provided superior sustainment support to over 70 units. The 1297th CSSB managed seven subordinate units from the active and reserve components.
The 1297th CSSB executed over 500 successful Combat Logistics Patrols (CLP), traveling over 500,000 tactical miles which translates to 3,500 drive hours. These movements required the 1297th CSSB to schedule and supervise the upload, haul, and delivery of over 40,000 customer supplies worth $70 million to various points within RC-S. The 1297th CSSB's management skills enabled the successful transportation of these supplies with minimal damage and without a single loss of life.
Within 10 short months the battalion improved jurisdiction wide CLP operations by incorporating sustainment operations as well as demand-based CLP missions. In the process, they reduced the average size of each convoy from 5O to 25 vehicles and increased the frequency of deliveries to their customer units from 10 days to 7 days. This concept was defined by National Afghan Trucking-centric planning which contributed to the counterinsurgency by employing more Afghan drivers and helping build the
local economy.
The 1297th CSSB maintained constant operational responsibility for the largest multi-class Supply Support Activity (SSA) in Afghanistan in support of OEF. Responsibility and oversight included the receipt, storage and issue of 12,000 lines on the Authorized Stockage List (ASL), valued at nearly $55 million. The SSA ensured over $175 million worth of equipment retrograded out of theater. In addition, the 1297th CSSB's Central Issue Facility (CIF) managed 2,300 lines of uniforms and other Class II valued
at over $26.1 million. The CIF provided superb customer service to 15 BCTs
consisting of over 400 supply accounts and 27,000 customers. The CIF
processed 215,000 transactions valued at over $70 million. The 1297th CSSB's CIF also developed a training program for the ANA partnership that will be used as a model for future partnership training programs contributing to stabilizing Afghanistan.
Another critical and important element of the 1297th CSSB's mission and contribution to the war effort was the planning, development, execution and oversight of contracted initiatives to include massive infrastructure projects on KAF. Some of these contracts provided the local Afghan population with jobs, helping to empower them and rebuild their nation after decades of war. Soldiers from the 1297th CSSB performed duties for
31 contracts totaling in excess of $39 million.
In addition to providing heavy lift support throughout RC-S, the battalion partnered with the ANA 205th Kandak and trained them on logistical operations. The battalion's efforts were instrumental in developing ANA logistical independence. The battalion partnered with the 205th on seven convoys traveling to remote ANA bases located all over RC-S. These convoys successfully delivered over 450 supply trucks containing all different classes of supply and 200 pieces of rolling stock without taking any casualties. The training focused on training the trainer, leaving the ANA NCOs with a valuable internal training capability and causing them to take leadership roles within their formations. The
training model used by the 1297th CSSB was distributed to other units within RC-S and then further to other RCs within Afghanistan.
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A teacher training excercise.
The Aga Khan School, Osh is located in the Kyrgyz Republic and was established in September 2002.
Construction of this purpose-built facility began in 2000, in the year that commemorated Osh City's 3000th year anniversary.
On October 30, 2002, the Governor of Osh Oblast, Naken Kasiev, inaugurated the School in the presence of His Highness the Aga Khan.
Aga Khan Education Services (AKES) has a long tradition of leadership in educational development. The foundations of the present system were laid by Sir Sultan Mahomed Shah, Aga Khan III, under whose guidance over 200 schools were established during the first half of the 20th century, the first of them in 1905 in Zanzibar, Gwadar in Pakistan and Mundra in India. Since the creation of Aga Khan Education Service companies in the 1970s, the schools have been centrally administered and managed.
AKES currently operates more than 200 schools and several educational programmes that provide quality pre-school, primary, secondary and higher secondary education services to more than 75,000 students in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, United Arab Emirates and Madagascar. Schools will also be developed in Afghanistan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The Aga Khan school in Osh, part of the Aga Khan Education Service (AKES), currently provides over 500 students with quality learning experiences in an environment which values diversity and responds creatively to the educational needs of children.
Since the first graduating class in 2007, all graduates have advanced to further education at local and international universities. This is a significant achievement of the Aga Khan School, Osh.
Since 2008, German as a second language has been integrated into the curriculum through the partnership between AKES, Kyrgyz Republic and the German Embassy in Bishkek. The German Embassy offered to provide German language subject teachers, professional development training and support for the preparation of students to pass DSD exams. The partnership with the German Embassy has given opportunities for our graduates to be admitted to German Universities and colleges, as well as employment following the completion of their undergraduate degrees in Germany.
From 2010 to 2014, AKS also organized the French Language & Culture Club as an afterschool enrichment activity with the support of the French Embassy. Trainers from the Osh State University were invited to facilitate the French language club for our students, which was quite popular. Since, 2012, the Aga Khan School, Osh has introduced an initiative to nurture a love of science, scientific research and its application among young people.
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Haitian Red Cross volunteer plays ball with a young girl as part of a psychological support programme for people affected by the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti on 12 January.
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Un voluntario de la Cruz Roja Haitiana juega a la pelota con una niña en el marco de un programa de apoyo psicológico para la población afectada por el devastador terremoto que Haití sufrió el 12 de enero.
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Un volontaire de la Croix-Rouge haïtienne joue au ballon avec une fillette dans le cadre d?un programme de soutien psychologique destiné aux rescapés du violent tremblement de terre qui a frappé Haïti le 12 janvier.
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Resident Engineer Don Braun (l) and Mission Manager Lucia Gamba (r) show newly arrived and soon-to-be Mission Manager Gerlyn Perlas around the temporary housing group site that is under under construction in Prattsville, N.Y., Jan. 10, 2012. The Federal Emergency Management Agency undertook a temporary housing mission in Prattsville after Tropical Storm Irene which involved primarily installing individual temporary housing units on the property of homeowners severely impacted by Irene's floodwaters. The Army Corps of Engineers was called in by FEMA in a support role later to manage the design and construction of a larger temporary housing group site, which includes everything needed for a normal neighborhood ranging from sewer lines to power connections to roads. The Temporary Housing Planning and Response Team from the Corps' New York District deployed to Prattsville to manage the development and construction of the group site. FEMA will manage the actual installation of the individual temporary housing units there once the group site is completed. (photo by Chris Gardner, New York District public affairs)