1st April 2008 marks the 100th Year the Territorial Army has been in the service
of our country. Your Dudley is therefore taking the opportunity to thank all
of the serving, and ex-serving, TA members in the area for the contribution they
are making whether it be in the Middle East, or those which aid locally in times
of crisis.
The Territorial Army has been a fundamental part of the
British Army since its formation as the Territorial Force in 1908. During the
past six years in particular, members of the Territorial Army have made considerable
personal sacrifices and have provided indispensable support to current operations.
This participation has been at a level seldom seen throughout its distinguished
past. It is, therefore, especially appropriate that we mark this significant milestone
in the history of the Territorial Army by celebrating the first centenary in a fitting
manner.”
Chief of the General Staff
General Sir Richard Dannatt KCB CBE MC ADC Gen