| Section: |
General |
| What is your role and title at War & Peace?: |
General helper |
| Are you happy in your role or is there something else you would prefer to do?: |
Yes, but don't mind doing anything. |
| How many years have you been involved in War & Peace and why did you become involved?: |
1998-2007 so far. |
| What do your friends and family think of your involvement, do they support you and in what way?: |
It is my hobby and they see it that way. |
| Do you travel far to War & Peace, how do you get there and in what?: |
I live in Cobham, Surrey and travel to War and Peace by my trusty three wheeler. |
| Why do you keep coming back for more?: |
The friendly atmosphere and company. |
| What is your job in the real world, have you always done this and do you have any military background?: |
I am retired.
I do have a military background. I started in the Army Cadets (East Surrey) then served in the regulars from 1957-1969. From 1969-2000 I was an instructor in the Army Cadets. I also did welfare work for the PWRR and regimental standard bearer. |
| How do you see the show developing in the future? Will you still be involved and what can you do to promote the future of War & Peace?: |
As a way of promotion I hand out posters and leaflet at shows I visit. |
| What military vehicle clubs do you belong to and when did you join?: |
CCMVT from 2000. |
| Do you assist in any other military shows and in what role?: |
Elmbridge Steam and Classic Vehicle Show (Military Section) as a Volunteer and the Aldershot Military Show helping on the stand. |
| Would you support a war and peace show club?: |
Yes. |
| Do you own a military vehicle, did you restore this yourself, and are you involved in re-enactment? Have you ever been a trader?: |
No. |
| Do you have photographs of your vehicle(s)?: |
No |
| Do you have photographs of your re-enactments?: |
No |
| What is the attraction for you about the whole military scene?: |
I spent so much time doing it for real so thought I would do it as a hobby. |
| When and where did you first become involved in the military hobby?: |
Since I was in the Cadet Force. |
| If you had a never ending budget which would be the 5 vehicles you would buy?: |
A32
Warrior
Ferret Scout Car
Long Wheelbase Landrover
4 tonner |
| Which is your favourite bar at War & Peace and why? And where do you most like to eat?: |
Kitcheners because of the atmosphere.
In the canteen as Pauline's dinners are so good. |
Michael Edward Etherington