Gerald Dickson initially joined the Territorial Army in 1982 as a Combat Medical Technician. Private (Pte) Dickson then transferred to the United Kingdom Special Forces (UKSF) where he qualified as a Parachutist and served for 20 years. 

He transferred back to Corp 202 Field Hospital from UKSF where he served as Deputy Ward Master Nursing Squadron later becoming WO1 Ward Master. He acted up as Regimental Sergeant Major on exercise during his/her absence. He was deployed on Operations (Ops) Herrick and participated in exercises in Cyprus, Europe, Norway and the US. 

Cancer is a word often only whispered but on March 14^th 2026 it will be shouted from the terraces at the Hawthorns, home of West Bromwich Albion Football Club during their Championship game with Hull City. 

While the Baggies may be fighting a relegation battle how many of those watching from the terraces will be fighting a battle of their own? Dealing with a known cancer diagnosis or debating whether to attend that screening invitation. 

100-year-old WW2 veteran Mr P A Jacob recounts his war time service to his good friend Mr H Barnes, chair of the WAWI Project. 

Jeffery Williams is not just a name but a beacon of selflessness and unwavering dedication to serving others, particularly within the military community. With years of remarkable service in the Royal Marines Commandos, Jeffery has left an indelible mark through his acts of charity and advocacy.

Who knew a chance meeting back in 2013 would develop into a well-established working relationship that is as strong today as when it began. 

WMP/BAPA and WAWI Project are often seen together at community events, Remembrance Services and in schools throughout the year.

Thanks to now retired Superintendent Karen Geddes whose passion to bring about change within the Police Service and the community in which she lives knew no bounds.

This is Karen's story

Irvin Holness a 19-year-old tailor from St Elizabeth in Jamaica left the shores of the Caribbean in 1957 to build a new life in England. He joined his elder brother who was already residing in Dudley and gained employment in Brierley Hill. 

The Armistice, an agreement to end the fighting of the First World War as a prelude to peace negotiations, began at 11am on 11 November 1918. Armistice is Latin for to stand (still) arms. In the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries, Armistice Day is observed with a two minute silence on the eleventh hour. Why? 1 minute was a time of thanksgiving for those who had returned alive, the second minute was to remember the fallen.