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RAF Halton Ten Tors expedition 1977 - Bedford 3-tonner
RAF Halton Apprentices competing in the 1977 Ten Tors cross-country team march. - The Bedford RL 3-ton lorry used by the team, driven by our friendly neighbourhood Rockape (RAF Regiment). Date: 1977
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1977 Apprentices Armed Bedford Competing Cross Country Driven Forces Friendly Halton Lorry Neighbourhood Regiment Services Tors
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In this evocative photograph from 1977, a group of RAF Halton apprentices are seen preparing for the arduous Ten Tors expedition, a challenging cross-country team march in the rugged terrain of Dartmoor, Devon, England. The team, proudly wearing their RAF uniforms, are gathered around their trusted mode of transport for the journey - a Bedford RL 3-ton lorry. The Bedford 3-tonner, a stalwart of British military logistics, is driven by a friendly face known to the team as Rockape, a member of the RAF Regiment. The lorry, adorned with the RAF roundel, is loaded with essential equipment and supplies for the grueling trek ahead. The apprentices, a mix of aeronautical and flight technicians, are poised and ready to tackle the demanding terrain and weather conditions that lie ahead. The Ten Tors expedition, an annual event organized by the Dartmoor Training Centre, tests the physical and mental endurance of teams as they navigate their way across the moor, covering a distance of around 35 miles and summiting ten tors, or granite outcrops, in the process. The event, which began in 1960, is a rite of passage for many young people in the British armed forces and is a testament to their resilience and teamwork. As the team sets off on their journey, the Bedford 3-tonner, with Rockape at the wheel, plays a crucial role in transporting them and their equipment to the start line and providing support along the way. The lorry, a symbol of reliability and strength, is an essential part of the team's preparations for the grueling challenge ahead. The photograph captures a moment of camaraderie and determination as the team embarks on this memorable adventure.
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