Sunday 2nd February 2025 | 57 Cadet Force Adult Volunteers were presented with the Kings Coronation Medal by the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire, and our County’s Honorary Colonel, Nigel Atkinson.
The King Charles III Coronation Medal (KCM) is a commemorative medal created to mark the coronation of His Majesty, King Charles III and his consort, HM Queen Camilla, which took place on 6 May 2023.
The UK has issued more than 400,000 coronation medals, awarded to individuals who contributed to the coronation, recipients of the UK’s highest honours, and select British military personnel, frontline emergency workers, and public prison service staff with five years of service.
Two of our many recipients were Captain Chris Hargrave of Normandy Company and Lieutenant Jacqui Wright of Gallipoli Company who were proud to mark their voluntary service in the organisation with this recognition.
“Receiving the Kings Coronation Medal is a truly special moment. I am incredibly thankful for this honour and for the journey within the Army Cadet Force that has brought me here.”
— Capt Chris Hargrave, Normandy Coy
“To receive the King’s Coronation Medal alongside fellow volunteers was a proud moment. It’s a privilege to be awarded the medal in an organisation I’m passionate about, and sharing that moment with such dedicated individuals made it all the more special.”
— Lt Jacqui Wright, Gallipoli Coy
The Commandant of Hampshire & Isle of Wight ACF, Col Tim Hope was keen to ensure CFAV got the recognition they deserved.
“Our Cadet Force Adult Volunteers put in hundreds of voluntary hours each year to ensure our Cadets get the best possible instruction and support on their journey through the organisation. Being able to present the Kings Coronation Medal to those qualifying alongside the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire on a parade is one way to show our gratitude and give our Officers and Instructors the recognition they deserve”
Hampshire and Isle of Wight ACF has 47 detachments covering the whole of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The County is divided into 6 Company’s along with our County Band and Corp of Drums.
