The third Rifleman’s Association (TRA) Family Gala Dinner

Published on October 1, 2025

On Saturday night at Silverstone, the third Rifleman’s Association (TRA) Family Gala Dinner was held to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the people who make the TRA the success it is. It’s events like this that help to maintain our RIFLES family and the 5 Pillars of the Regiment. The connectedness and sense of solidarity we have allow us to help one another through hard times.

The Rifles would like to thank the leadership team and everyone involved for the huge effort made in helping others.

The main award winners were:

The Rifleman’s Association Award - Bill (Dutch) Holland

Endurance - Ham & Jam

Outstanding Support - Mike & Kim Shaw

Chen-See Award - Ian Staples

Resilience Award - Martin George

Overwatch Award - Peter Rowbrey Evans (collected by his wife Erica and son Adam)

 

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