ONE of the Army's leading generals has visited a college to see the work done with young soldiers.
Lieutenant General Freddie Viggers, the Army's Adjutant General, visited Darlington College at Catterick recently.
The college is working with soldiers from the nearby infantry training centre, in Catterick Garrison.
Lt Gen Viggers said: "Catterick Garrison is very lucky to have such a modern teaching establishment as part of its community, and it is encouraging to see the partnership between the college and the infantry training centre."
Eighteen-year-old Private Shaun Poole said: "I was surprised and pleased that the general took such an interest in my work."
The college is working with recruits and their families to provide courses, including language training and IT studies.
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