Barbara Adams, Guyana’s First Female Helicopter Pilot
Born and raised in Georgetown, Guyana, Barbara Adams-Wilson grew up as the middle child of Joseph and Elsa Adams, both natives of Buxton. Her father managed a pharmacy on Durban Street in Lodge, while her
Why (CPL) Matthew McRae enlisted
The eldest of five children, 21904 Corporal (CPL) Matthew McRae enlisted in the Guyana Defence Force in 2010.He received his formal education at Enterprise Primary and East Ruimveldt Secondary Schools.Corporal McRae said he was raised
Sergeant Daniella castillion- Band Corps
Sergeant (SGT) Daniella Castillion’s journey within the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is a powerful example of dedication, adaptability, and the pursuit of excellence. Following her completion of the Basic Recruit Course in 2008, she went
Able Rating Charlene Nurse- Coast GUard
Able Rating (AR) Charlene Nurse is a dedicated and dynamic member of the Guyana Defence Force Coast Guard, serving as an Operations Clerk in the Operations Room. In this critical role, she is responsible for
PRIVATE LASHELLE LEWIS – BAND CORPS
Private (PTE) Lashelle Lewis’ journey from her hometown of New Amsterdam to the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Band Corps is a testament to passion and perseverance. Enlisting in 2023, she transformed her love for music
LANCE CORPORAL ONIESA WILLIAMS – 4 ENGINEERS BATTALION
Lance Corporal (LCPL) Oniesa Williams exemplifies resilience, determination, and excellence. As a machine operator in the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) 4 Engineers Battalion, she has established herself in a field traditionally dominated by men, proving
LEADING RATING TIFFANY SIMON – COAST GUARD
Leading Rating (LR) Tiffany Simon, a trailblazer at the Guyana Defence Force Coast Guard with six years of exemplary service, is breaking barriers as the only female Marine Technician, proving that perseverance and grit can
CORPORAL ZOEANNY KYTE – TRAINING CORPS
Corporal Zoeanny Kyte is a dedicated soldier in the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) known for perseverance, discipline, and a passion for training. Born in Tacama, Berbice River, and raised in Paradise, East Coast Demerara, her
SERGEANT COREEN SOUVENIR – TRAINING CORPS
Sergeant (SGT) Coreen Souvenir is a dedicated and resilient member of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Training Corps, playing a crucial role in shaping the next generation of soldiers. To date she has clocked 19
GDF Pilot Bestowed with Prestigious Brazilian Army Medal
Acting Chief of Defence Staff, Colonel Sheldon Howell, recently attended the Brazilian Army Soldiers Day 2024 ceremony where Lieutenant Colonel Mohinder Ramjag, Commanding Officer of Air Station London, was awarded the prestigious Order of Aeronautical
