Princess Anne welcomes new recruits into the Royal Navy at HMS Raleigh
Twenty-five sailors took part in their passing out parade and were welcomed into the Royal Navy at HMS Raleigh by Princess Anne.
The class of Cunningham 22/32 included weapons and marine engineers, warfare specialists, police officers, and a qualified dental nurse.
The passing out parade marked the first time in six years that the Princess Royal had visited the Torpoint establishment.
She met with members of the class as well as the staff who helped direct the training the recruits received.
Princess Anne subsequently took the salute and presented the training prizes and service awards as the families of those passing out looked on.
The Royal also presented two Golden Valedictory Certificates on behalf of the King and the Admiralty Board to Chief Petty Officer Robert Woolley and Petty Officer Steven Allington.
Captain Jane Roe, HMS Raleigh's Commanding Officer, said: "All passing out parades are special, but to have the Princess Royal here was a great honour for all who took part.
"Standing on the parade ground on completion of training is a proud occasion for recruits, instructors and the families and friends watching in the stands.
"I wish Cunningham 22/32 every success as they embark on the exciting career ahead of them."
The new recruits found the experience to be a rewarding addition to their introduction to the Royal Navy.
Recruit Brodrick from Bristol, said: "I see the Princess Royal as a role model and an example of how I, as a female in the Royal Navy, can reach the highest ranks."
Recruit Whewell, originally from Warrington, said: "It made me proud to put on the uniform and fully affirmed my identity in the Royal Navy."
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