A group of military children came together to meet the Chelsea Pensioners, as part of a Little Troopers event in partnership with the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
It was an opportunity for the different generations to share stories about military life. After a tour around the grounds of the Hospital, the children decorated miniature tricorne hats and painted dandelions.
When asked about her trip, Matilda, six, said, “It was exciting coming to London. I really enjoyed meeting the Chelsea Pensioners, exploring the grounds with them and finding out about their lives. I also loved meeting other little troopers from all around the country.”
General Sir Adrian Bradshaw, Governor of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, adds: “Bringing Chelsea Pensioners and children from military families together to learn about the history of this institution and to share experiences will both help the young to put their lives into the context of the past, and reveal powerful social connections which bridge different generations of the military family. The children will leave today with a better understanding of the value we must place on veteran care and will hopefully carry this with them into their future.”
To find out more about Little Troopers events visit littletroopers.net