2019
The Blesma News for 2019 covering news, activities and fundraising events for limbless veterans.
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First All-Blesma Team Prepares for the 'Race Across America'
4 February 2020
After a long and comprehensive selection process, 18 Members have been chosen from more than 60 applicants to represent Blesma in Race Across America. The team will attempt to ride 3,000 miles between the USA's Pacific and Atlantic coasts. Along the way, they will cross 12 states, climb the Rockies and Appalachians, and take on scorching deserts where temperatures can reach 45 degrees Celcius. The race will get underway on Saturday the 20th June 2020 Having an all Blesma team is something we've always wanted to achieve. Individuals w
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Bill Gillet, Netra Rana and Andy Reid join list of Blesma MBE's
20 December 2019
November 2019 has been an impressive month for MBE's, as the prestigious honour has been conferred on two Members and a former Blesma Support Officer. Bill Gillet Former Blesma Support Officer Major (Retd) Bill Gillet has been awarded an MBE for his service to Veterans. Having served in 3 Commando Brigade, 5 Airborne Brigade, and 16 Air Assault Brigade, Bill then worked as a BSO for 16 years, helping to provide vital support and advice to limbless and injured veterans, as well as their families.
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Blesma Appoints Jon Bryant OBE as new Chief Executive
9 December 2019
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Grand Prize Draw winners
27 November 2019
Congratulations to all the winners in our Blesma Prize draw! The winning numbers were: £2000 – 03135 £1000 – 23075 £500 – 04120 We were so glad to hear that one of our Blesma Members won the second prize! Thank you to everyone who supported the 2019 Grand Prize Draw!
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