Delia Perry one of our members gave us a fascinating talk about her Housekeeping in a War Zone.
Delia served for 14 years and reached the rank of Warrant Officer Class 2 - Regimental Quarter Master Sergeant.
She had just started her tour of duty in Germany, when she was told to report back to England and then sent to Iraq where she was the only women in the camp.
Iraq invaded Iran over ownership of a waterway on the border of these two countries and borrowed monies from Kuwait. As a result of poor returns on the price of oil, they could not repay Kuwait so they found an excuse to declare war.
By 1990 Iraq was in real financial trouble and as an excuse for non-payment they accused Kuwait of overproducing their own oil and stealing their oil so declared war on Kuwait.
The Saudis did not see this war coming, they wanted help but did not want Westerners "camping out" in a strictly Muslim country so called upon troops from the world to assist, so spearheaded by the USA each country gave support to Kuwaits cause and Operation Desert Storm commenced.
Delia's story's about her personal time under canvas shared with many troops was very comical, she had also brought along some items to demonstrate toilet facilities, eating equipment etc. At the end of the talk Delia's medals were passed to all members to look at.
Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 11th July at 7.30pm in the Community Centre when Jane Smith gives her talk on Royal Wedding.
Visitors are always welcome and if there are any queries, please contact Pam Cooper, President on01508491674 or Lesley Sanders, Secretary on 01508 492155 .
