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\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>Both of my parents were active members of the Sealed Knot long before I was around: my mum joining in 1983 and my dad not long before that. As a child, I attended every event that my parents did, and I started participating as soon as I was old enough.<\/p>\n
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What are your favourite (and least favourite) things about being in the Sealed Knot?<\/h3>\n
The shared interest between members is definitely my favourite aspect of being in the Sealed Knot; it certainly makes for an interesting bunch. We get people from all walks of life collected together to achieve one thing: putting on a good show. When it comes to my least favourite, it has to be the toilets \u2013 by a country mile! The Sealed Knot does its best, to be fair. Our camp sites range from permanent venues, which are quite civilised, to just a field.<\/p>\n
We get people from all walks of life collected together to achieve one thing: putting on a good show <\/blockquote> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>
Can you tell us about your role as an artillery gun captain? Did you have to complete any specialist training?<\/h3>\n
Although many people in my regiment have had experience across several roles, our speciality is artillery \u2013 so when I joined the fielding members, I decided to take on the role of an artillery gun captain, commanding the cannons on the battlefield. The Sealed Knot has its own training for artillery captains.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>Nathaniel prepares a cannon for \u2018battle\u2019. Although the Sealed Knot strives for historical authenticity, Nathaniel has to wear modern ear defenders, as the replica guns make an almighty bang when fired. (Picture provided by Nathanial)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n This involves acquiring general knowledge regarding artillery, practising leadership skills and communication, and \u2013 of course \u2013 learning about health and safety. Keeping our people safe is always a priority! Additionally, all crew members who handle explosives must hold a licence issued by their local police force.<\/p>\n
Have you ever had any injuries?<\/h3>\n
Bar the odd blister, thankfully no. Injury is always a risk \u2013 as with doing any physical activity \u2013 but we take many steps to reduce the likelihood. This includes making sure we complete our training and having qualified health and safety experts on site (we even have a dedicated medical regiment). While I pray that they are never needed, their skills and experience would be invaluable if there ever was an emergency.<\/p>\n
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