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Chief Justice Lensley Wolfe takes the salute before inspecting soldiers at the Jamaica Defence Force passing out parade, held recently at the Moneague Training Camp in St. Ann.
Devon Evans, Gleaner Writer
MONEAGUE, St. Ann:
CHIEF JUSTICE Lensley Wolfe has called for greater involvement in schools across the island by members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF).
He said, however, that unlike the usual armed invasions associated with the military, young members of the JDF need to influence the schools in building moral standards as part of efforts to stop the wasting of young lives in the country.
"I want to challenge you, all of you, with the permission of the chief-of-staff (of the JDF), to invade the schools. I want you to embark upon a programme in schools to influence the young men," the chief justice said.
MAJOR PROBLEM
Justice Wolfe was delivering the main address at the recent passing out parade for 95 new members of the JDF at the Moneague Training Camp in St. Ann. He noted that he wants the young soldiers to become a source of influence in national life "and save our boys from destruction."
The chief justice argued that in light of the current state of the nation, there is an urgent need for people who can set an example and make the difference in national life and that from the quality of the discipline displayed by the batch of graduates, he was confident that they can make the difference.
Justice Wolfe urged the young soldiers not to sell themselves short, but to live up to the expectations of their relatives and friends.
PRIZES AWARDED
Prior to delivering his address, Chief Justice Wolfe, accompanied by JDF Chief of Staff Rear Admiral Hardley Lewin; commanding officer of the 1st Battalion, Lt. Col. DPF Robinson; and Parade Commander Lt. E.C. Clarke, inspected the parade mounted by the 95 graduates
and handed out prizes to some outstanding individuals.
Among those receiving awards were recruit N. Mae, for best shot, with M. Cushnie taking the runner-up spot. First place in academics went to C. Rowe. There were two runners-up, namely K. Buchanan and J. Craig. The best recruit award was presented to G. Mullings and the runner-up award to C. Rowe. The Catherine's Peak award for long-distance running went to J. Craig, with T. Jackson in second place.
In the group awards, Platoon 2, commanded by Sgt. D. Dixon, won the march and shoot trophy. The champion platoon award went to Platoon 3, led by Sgt. C. Allen. Squad Number 7, led by Cpl. R. White, won the champion squad award and the military shield.
