Functions of The Ceremonial Squadron
Ceremonial Squadron performs at public duties such as Remembrance Sunday at Cenotaph, National Day Flag Raising at the Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence and other major public performances such as Solar Project and the Aviation Day were under its scope. As such, the C Sqn was gradually equipped with full ceremonial accoutrements i.e. RAF No.1 Service Dress for all senior and cadet members, ceremonial swords for officers and warrant officers and replica drill-purpose rifles for all cadets.
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