Taken as a whole, the syllabus of instruction has been exceedingly varied, and general interest has been successfully maintained. Early in the term several Old Peterites now serving in the R.A.F. visited us while on leave, and gave very interesting talks on their experiences on active service. Chief among these visitors was Pilot-Officer Shillitoe, who kindly gave two excellent talks on his experiences as a fighter-pilot. On Sunday, October 18th, members of the Junior Squad paid a visit to a local R.A.F. station, ostensibly to gain flying experience. The weather deteriorated, however, and it was impossible to go in the air. Nevertheless, a very interesting day was spent on the ground, in the course of which the squad was shown over numerous aerodrome buildings and hangars, and had an opportunity of talking to men of the American Air Force now stationed in this country. Theoretical work has gone on as usual, with the aid of much new equipment. The Senior Squad are now undergoing a course of advanced training, comprising such subjects as astro-navigation, which they seem to be pursuing with great interest. The Junior Squad have continued their proficiency training, and it is hoped that several of the more promising cadets will be able to sit for the first part of the Proficiency Examination early in the Easter term. In outdoor work and drill, as in all other activities, there has been a marked improvement during the term, and we feel that much has been done to pave the way for still greater progress in the near future.
HOME GUARD. The School Platoon of the Home Guard has been very active this term. Its strength was quickly made up following the departure of several of its members for the Universities and Armed Forces. The command of the platoon was taken over by 2ndLieutenant J. McN. Inglis, one of the original members of the School Platoon. We must place on record our thanks to 2nd-Lieutenant R. R. L. Pryer for all that he did for the platoon during his year as commander. Throughout the year his wholehearted enthusiasm was an incentive to the platoon. 32
