Proud service snappers had their pictures showcased at the National Army Museum as the London venue hosted a ceremony for winners of the re-launched photographic competition.
Trophies were presented by rock legend and keen cameraman Bryan Adams, whose father was in the Canadian Army and grandfathers served in the REME.
Congratulating the sharpshooters, the musician – also a competition judge with other military and trade heavyweights including Assistant Chief of the General Staff, Maj Gen Paul Griffiths plus Soldier phot Graeme Main – said it had been a privilege to be involved.
Museum boss Justin Maciejewski, a former CO of 2nd Battalion, The Rifles who served in both Iraq and Afghanistan during a career spanning more than two decades, added that he was delighted to see the event return.
The retired brigadier told this magazine: “We had always hosted the Army Photographic Competition before it was paused during the pandemic, and it is good to have it back again.
“The images show the huge range of activities in which the military is involved and taken together are a real celebration of our troops’ service.” Awards ceremony host Command Master Photographer WO1 Baz Lloyd (RLC) said he had been impressed with the exceptional quality of work.
Sgt Donald Todd (RLC) was crowned professional of the year and LSgt Alisdair Szyszko (Gren Gds, pictured above) the top amateur.
The Story of Soldier Magazine – an exhibition telling the 80-year story of this title – continues to run at the National Army Museum until next month. Visit the museum for free between 1000 and 1730, Tuesday to Sunday to see if your unit or colleagues feature in it.
