RIFLES Awards Dinner

Published on December 5, 2023

Last week, at Guildhall in the City of London, The Rifles celebrated what makes our Regiment so special by recognising the outstanding contributions made by selected Riflemen from across the Five Pillars.

The evening was graced by our Colonel-in-Chief, the Colonel Commandant, distinguished regimental guests and fellow Riflemen. A bugle display, a speech on Op INTERFLEX by 2 RIFLES, and the awards presentation capped an excellent evening. Photos from the evening are availible via the link below.

Event Photos

The award winners were:

The Rigby Award

Awarded to the Corporal who scores highest on the Corporal to Serjeant Promotion Board, held annually in the Army Personnel Centre, Glasgow.

2022 Serjeant Michael Bolt 5 RIFLES

2023 Serjeant Christian Stratton-Lee 1 RIFLES (now 4 RANGER)

Max George Essay Award

Awarded to the author of the best history essay, aimed at encouraging study into the history of The Rifles and its Forming and Antecedent Regiments. Presented by the George family of the late 2Lt Max George (5 RIFLES).

2022 - Rifleman Ethan Hawkins

2023 - Rifleman Bradley Evans

Champion Regular and Reserve Shots

Champion Regular Shot

2022 and 2023 - Corporal Danny Stanton 5 RIFLES

Champion Reserve Shot

2022 and 2023 - Lance Corporal Marcus Burgess (Queen’s Medal) 7 RIFLES

Colonel Commandant’s Award for Innovation

Awarded to the individual whose submission is an original, innovative idea that has been (or will be) implemented and relevant to the Regiment’s core business - the successful conduct of military operations.

Lance Corporal Victor Suboh 5 RIFLES

Colonel-in-Chief Commendations

The Colonel-in-Chief’s Commendation is awarded to any individual or, exceptionally, a team of eligible personnel from across the Five Pillars, in recognition of an outstanding act or meritorious service.

Warrant Officer Class 1 (Regimental Serjeant Major) Lucas Farrell (now 8 RIFLES)