A FINNEY YES2
A GILLARD 1964------1969 YES
B ALLEN ROSE 1958------1960 YES2
B BENNET MARIA YES2
B INGRAM 1954------1956 YES2
C CARD ?? FRIEDA 1956------1958 YES2
D BEST JOAN 1959------1965 YES2
D BRAMBLE KATHLEEN 1965 --- 1980 YES2
D LEESE 1947------1970 YES
D ROBINSON CHRISTINE 1961------1966 YES2
D SOWERBY 1953/55---1959/1969 YES
F COLLINGWOOD YES
F O'SULLIVAN SON YES 2
G MATTHEW DIVINA GUESTS OF YES2
I McINTOSH FLORENCE J MATTHEW YES2
J AITCHISON BARBARA YES2
J ATKINS MARGARET 1959----1961 YES 2
J LOUCH YES
J MATTHEW MIRIAM 1954----1978 YES2
KEN BUFFERY JEAN YES2
R BORLEY 1960------1966 YES
R BROWN SUSAN 1949------1951 YES2
R ROTHWELL YES
RAY BROWN PAULINE YES2
S FREEMAN SON& WIFE YES3
S MACKAY YES
S WOOD ? ? NO
T AYLES 1958------1969 YES
T BOON ELIZABETH YES2
T BRIDGEN YES
T FLUDE WIFE YES2
T MACKAY WIFE YES2
T WORT IRENE YES2
T LYONS WIFE YES2
M DE-CARTERET YES
P RYAN JEAN YES2
C BEST YES
CHICO YES
KEITH SHAW MARGARET YES2
K BEST YES
P PLUMB YES
This is the list of members that I have for the reunion please check to see if you are on there if not please let me know ASAP.
John Atkins
Saturday 27 February 2010
Friday 26 February 2010
Thursday 25 February 2010
Wednesday 24 February 2010
Tuesday 23 February 2010
Carlisle
Only Royal in picture,,coincidence is i met 2 of the others In Aden when we were relieved by The 11th Hussars and the other When we relieved The 13/18th Hussars in Malaya
First Leave from Carlisle
2 weeks later on The Vienna to the Hook and Herford.
2 weeks later on the Vienna from Harwich to Herford.
Sunday 21 February 2010
OPERATION
May we wish Jim Aitchison all our good wishes and a speedy recovery from his hip operation that he is hopefully having tomorrow the 22nd.
Saturday 20 February 2010
Eagle
Check out youtube: Saluts de aigles ( the eagles) and Salut des aigles.
Anyone game to come with me to France and nick another one ?
Chargeat Eylau
Check out you tube: Eylau la charge. See the eagle at the beginning then see the comment and answer. WW111 about to start.
A prayer for the troops.
I have been asked by Bill Roy if I would post this prayer for our troops here on the site.
A Prayer chain for our
Military... Don't break it!
Send this on after a short prayer for our soldiers
Please Don't break it!
GOD BLESS YOU
FOR PASSING IT ON!
THE FINAL INSPECTION
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
'Step forward now, you soldier,
How shall I deal with you ?
Have you always turned the other cheek ?
To My Church have you been true?'
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
'No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
'Step forward now, you soldier,
You've borne your burdens well..
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell.'
Author Unknown~
It's the Military, not the reporter who has given us the freedom of the Press.
It's the Military, not the poet who has given us the freedom of speech.
It's the Military, not the politicians that ensures our right to Life, Liberty , and the pursuit of Happiness..
It's the Military, that salutes the flag, that serves beneath it, who's coffins are draped by it.
If you care to offer the smallest token of recognition and appreciation for the Military, please pass this on and pray for our men and women who have served and are currently serving our country and pray for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
A Prayer chain for our
Military... Don't break it!
Send this on after a short prayer for our soldiers
Please Don't break it!
GOD BLESS YOU
FOR PASSING IT ON!
THE FINAL INSPECTION
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
'Step forward now, you soldier,
How shall I deal with you ?
Have you always turned the other cheek ?
To My Church have you been true?'
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
'No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
'Step forward now, you soldier,
You've borne your burdens well..
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell.'
Author Unknown~
It's the Military, not the reporter who has given us the freedom of the Press.
It's the Military, not the poet who has given us the freedom of speech.
It's the Military, not the politicians that ensures our right to Life, Liberty , and the pursuit of Happiness..
It's the Military, that salutes the flag, that serves beneath it, who's coffins are draped by it.
If you care to offer the smallest token of recognition and appreciation for the Military, please pass this on and pray for our men and women who have served and are currently serving our country and pray for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.
Friday 19 February 2010
the kindest cut of all
Did you see Tiger Woods on TV today issuing his apology? I hear that he only agreed to do that after he heard that his wife is also taking sex therapy sessions. ---------------------------------
From Mrs Bobbet
Thursday 18 February 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Denis Sowerby for Friday 19th, have a good one and don't eat too much of your birthday cake as you know it is not good for your sugar level at your age and don't give any to the dog.
Wednesday 17 February 2010
Michael Reagan
If you go to the BBC News Homepage today there is an article and audio slideshow regarding Michael Reagan. He is an American artist, and former Vietnam soldier, who is now drawing portraits of American, British and Canadian soldiers who have fallen in Iraq and Afghanistan. He then gives the portraits to their families free of charge.He rises about 3 am and draws 2 a day. He has drawn 2000 so far. I urge you to visit the site. It made me humble and tearful.
Tuesday 16 February 2010
Monday 15 February 2010
Saturday 13 February 2010
Battle honours
| THE ROYAL DRAGOONS, (1ST DRAGOONS) Raised in 1661 as the Tangier troop of Horse, later in 1690 becoming the Royal Regiment of Dragoons. Regimental Battle Honours
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Wednesday 10 February 2010
Climate change
Have you all noticed how cold it has been since the Copenhagen conference on Global warming. are the politicians trying to tell us something ?I bet when it gets really colder they will stop the winter fuel allowance.!!
frank
Phil Thorne R.I.P.
Phil Thorne, Herford
Winner of the Tidworth to Sandhurst march (10hrs 20mins) Sadly, Phil was later killed in a hit-and-run accident ...year?
Saturday 6 February 2010
Anyone know the whereabouts of these two gentlemen
Now I’m retired and time on my hands I have started having a clear out. I have come across 2 old letters from army friends of Jim’s. I was wondering if you would put them onto The site as I am not very sure of doing this. 1 is from a 6808 Cpl McLaren CD (Doug), and the address on the letter is HQ Sqn Royal Dragoons Hobart Bks BFPO (not sure) 41 or 61. The 2nd is 23955092 Tpr Moon, Q.M. Group, HQ Sqn, Royals, BFPO 41. (I now think that the 1st must be 41). The 2nd letter was written on 31.5.65. His first name is Bob and he talks about Micky Wilson, Paddy Snell & Frank Hendrey. I hope this is making sense and that you will be able to do this for me. It would be good if they could get to the reunion and a surprise for Jim, this was sent to me by Jim's wife asking if I would put it up on the BB for her, any help I am sure would be appreciated.
Thursday 4 February 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Mr Derek Leese for Saturday 6th, As you may know Derek will be 80 years young, have a good time with the family at the week end, and all best wishes for the future old friend.
John A
CURIOUS
I don't know if I should put this on here ??
but this is not our Don being an extra in corrie is it ?????
Monday 1 February 2010
THE LAST POST
The Last Post .........
If any of you have ever been to a military funeral in which The Last Post was played; this brings out a new meaning of it.
Here is something everyone should know. Until I read this, I didn't know, but I checked it out and it's true:
We have all heard the haunting song, 'The Last Post.' It's the song that gives us the lump in our throats and usually tears in our eyes.
But, do you know the story behind the song? If not, I think you will be interested to find out about its humble beginnings.
Reportedly, it all began in 1862 during the American Civil War, when Union Army Captain Robert Ellicombe was with his men near Harrison's Landing in Virginia . The Confederate Army was on the other side of the narrow strip of land.
During the night, Captain Ellicombe heard the moans of a soldier who lay severely wounded on the field. Not knowing if it was a Union or Confederate soldier, the Captain decided to risk his life and bring the stricken man back for medical attention. Crawling on his stomach through the gunfire, the Captain reached the stricken soldier and began pulling him toward his encampment.
When the Captain finally reached his own lines, he discovered it was actually a Confederate soldier, but the soldier was dead.
The Captain lit a lantern and suddenly caught his breath and went numb with shock. In the dim light, he saw the face of the soldier. It was his own son. The boy had been studying music in the South when the war broke out. Without telling his father, the boy enlisted in the Confederate Army.
The following morning, heartbroken, the father asked permission of his superiors to give his son a full military burial, despite his enemy status. His request was only partially granted.
The Captain had asked if he could have a group of Army band members play a funeral dirge for his son at the funeral.
The request was turned down since the soldier was a Confederate.
But, out of respect for the father, they did say they could give him only one musician.
The Captain chose a bugler. He asked the bugler to play a series of musical notes he had found on a piece of paper in the pocket of the dead youth's uniform.
This wish was granted.
The haunting melody, we now know as 'The Last Post' used at military funerals was born.
The words are:
Day is done.
Gone the sun.
From the lakes
From the hills.
From the sky.
All is well.
Safely rest.
God is nigh.
Fading light.
Dims the sight.
And a star.
Gems the sky.
Gleaming bright.
From afar.
Drawing nigh.
Falls the night.
Thanks and praise.
For our days.
Neath the sun
Neath the stars.
Neath the sky
As we go.
This we know.
God is nigh
I too have felt the chills while listening to 'The Last Post' but I have never seen all the words to the song until now. I didn't even know there was more than one verse . I also never knew the story behind the song and I didn't know if you had either so I thought I'd pass it along.
I now have an even deeper respect for the song than I did before.
Remember Those Lost and Harmed While Serving Their Country.
Also Remember Those Who Have Served And Returned; and for those presently serving in the Armed Forces.
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