Enjoy these so much. Wish I could watch this live and not on a computer. Some folks would believe this is a waste of time and government finances, I love them. I would be glad to live in England, pay taxes to see this forever more. And I am an American.
As a young lad I remember this unit arriving by steam train at Wadebridge (Cornwall) station (before Dr Beeching took an axe to our branch line!!) for the Royal Cornwall Show. I’m guessing c1963. They detrained their horses, guns and limber, and formed up in the car park. In their work clothes, not dress/ceremonial. This mass of horses and equipment, with soldiers mounted and dressed in khaki then processed up through the town to the RCS site. From memory approx 1.5/2 miles, so a tidy journey. What a stirring site, and these soldiers are still delivering. I’m happy to pay my taxes towards this ceremonial and active service unit, and long may they continue. Thanks Schmidt 👍👍
Actually, the words are 'The sun never sets on the British Empire' and many around the world still wish the stability and prosperity it brought for many, unlike the complete shambles today. This is not a display to keep the notion of an empire alive nitwit, these are trained soldiers carrying out ceremonial duties (extremely well) just like most other respectable armies, except Britain invariably does it better. It's something to do with restraint, discipline, history and tradition. Best to judge it for the amazing spectacle that it is, and for the loyal men women and their horses who do it so brilliantly.
maxwellfan55 Guards upright for hours on ceremonial duties in London and then maybe dying in the dust of Afghan or where -ever. It's a soldier's lot as ever.
On into the 19th Century troops extensively trained in drill could still have a distinct advantage in battle. However, these days the endless hours of practice needed to achieve this level of ceremonial excellence might be better spent enhancing those skills actually useful, if not absolutely essential, in combat. "Stability and prosperity"... well, it all depends on from which end of the Empire you're viewing it.
@@iboarshock7059 In my day Kings Troop officers and soldiers were posted into and out of the unit for career reasons and of course, operational and combat experience. Look at the medals worn by those on Parade! These guys aren't just parade soldiers! Also, I can assure you it takes considerable skill and bravery to drive and control a gun team such as they have! Not for the faint-hearted by any means.
Bugger all to do with Empire! Kings Troop is unique and is responsible for ceremonial and state duties as part of the House Hold Division in London. No different from the traditions of discipline and drills practised in India, Pakistan and others who share a common heritage with Britian just as we adopted so much from the empire. It wasn't a one way thing by any means.
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Enjoy these so much. Wish I could watch this live and not on a computer. Some folks would believe this is a waste of time and government finances, I love them. I would be glad to live in England, pay taxes to see this forever more. And I am an American.
As a young lad I remember this unit arriving by steam train at Wadebridge (Cornwall) station (before Dr Beeching took an axe to our branch line!!) for the Royal Cornwall Show. I’m guessing c1963. They detrained their horses, guns and limber, and formed up in the car park. In their work clothes, not dress/ceremonial. This mass of horses and equipment, with soldiers mounted and dressed in khaki then processed up through the town to the RCS site. From memory approx 1.5/2 miles, so a tidy journey.
What a stirring site, and these soldiers are still delivering. I’m happy to pay my taxes towards this ceremonial and active service unit, and long may they continue. Thanks Schmidt 👍👍
My husband's old regiment...❤️❤️
Always keep the horses. They seem so excited and energized for this
Brings back memories of my time with the troop I was in e sub in the 1950.s gunner pointer 23204106
Actually, the words are 'The sun never sets on the British Empire' and many around the world still wish the stability and prosperity it brought for many, unlike the complete shambles today.
This is not a display to keep the notion of an empire alive nitwit, these are trained soldiers carrying out ceremonial duties (extremely well) just like most other respectable armies, except Britain invariably does it better. It's something to do with restraint, discipline, history and tradition.
Best to judge it for the amazing spectacle that it is, and for the loyal men women and their horses who do it so brilliantly.
maxwellfan55 Guards upright for hours on ceremonial duties in London and then maybe dying in the dust of Afghan or where -ever. It's a soldier's lot as ever.
On into the 19th Century troops extensively trained in drill could still have a distinct advantage in battle. However, these days the endless hours of practice needed to achieve this level of ceremonial excellence might be better spent enhancing those skills actually useful, if not absolutely essential, in combat.
"Stability and prosperity"... well, it all depends on from which end of the Empire you're viewing it.
@@iboarshock7059 In my day Kings Troop officers and soldiers were posted into and out of the unit for career reasons and of course, operational and combat experience. Look at the medals worn by those on Parade! These guys aren't just parade soldiers! Also, I can assure you it takes considerable skill and bravery to drive and control a gun team such as they have! Not for the faint-hearted by any means.
Well and truly said; thank you.
It seems that these ceremonies are still done at a great cost to keep ALIVE the glorious past of this nation,when SUN NEVER USE SET ON THE EMPIRE!
Bugger all to do with Empire! Kings Troop is unique and is responsible for ceremonial and state duties as part of the House Hold Division in London. No different from the traditions of discipline and drills practised in India, Pakistan and others who share a common heritage with Britian just as we adopted so much from the empire. It wasn't a one way thing by any means.