Message from Paul Stretton

Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,


I must sadly report the death of Captain JS James (Jimmy) COOMBE (87) on 26 May 2011, he had suffered a stroke some time ago and had a lengthy illness.

Captain Coombe served with The 1st Royal Dragoons February 1944 - July1947.

The condolences of the Association go to his family at this difficult time.



A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday 2 June 2011 at St Margaret's, Church Lane, Chipstead, Surrey, CR5 3RD and his family would welcome any members of the Association.

THE ROYAL DRAGOONS REGIMENTAL COLLECT

O God, in whose sight all creatures are manifest and to whose eyes all things are open, grant that the works Thou requirest of the 1st The Royal Dragoons may never be done to be seen of men, but always for Thy Glory, and that, waiting on Thee to renew our strength, we mount up with wings as eagles at Thy word, through Jesus Christ Our Lord.

(TOBIAS,1930)


PF Stretton

Drone-Controllers.wmv

This is a Clino shot with a difference, former gunners will like this.......

Standing Orders

A TIMELY REMINDER:

Extract From Standing Orders
1st The Royal Dragoons 1833

It is impossible to point out in too strong terms the inconveniences which arise, and the evil which follows a Regiment encumbered with women. Poverty and misery are the inevitable consequence to the Dragoon: and it appears only necessary to point out to him what some of their comrades suffer, who have wives and children, to prevent them subjecting themselves to similar hardships.

Random Brisbane /Tasmania

(1) Pete Why and me Brisbane (2) Me and Kevin Alexanda Mt Tamberine were he lives (3) Tom Carolin up from Sydney to Brisbane cooking at my Barbecue arranged by Jenny at her home (4) Mt wellington Tasmania ( Tasmanian devils keep fingers clear !!!




























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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

 Once again it is birthday time, this time it is to Keith Shaw for tomorrow the 27th May, hoping you have a good day.

 With best wishes for the future,

  John Atkins

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Many happy returns of the day on  the 26th May to Ray Borley, Hoping you have a good day.

With best wishes,

 John Atkins

franks picture

Frank,
I have never managed to get 3 shots of any hawk.Hope you don't mind I am doing a digital photo course,so I had a bit of a practice with it.
Bob

I have never managed to get 3 pictures of any hawk they are usually away after the first shot.I hope you don't mind I am doing a photo course so I have used this one for some practice.
bobsignals

P.G being groomed & How many of you could get so close as this .

Photo 2 to 4 . I caught this sparrow hawk hen ? at 0500 hrs the shot where she gave our feral cat a good hiding I missed unfortunately( I'm new to digital Photography ) Frank

So you thought Bin Laden was dead !

So you thought Bin Laden was dead ! this was taken today.

This was taken today. ( No it's not my cocker wearing a snood , Honest ! well it keeps her ears free from her food ) Frank

Jenny bob.

Jenny , Secretary of The Household Cavalry Australasia Branch.

This my view as well !!

Maybe if we circulate this amongst ourselves in Canada, USA & UK, WE will find the courage to start speaking and voicing the same truths.

Australia says NO - Second Time she has done this !

If you agree please SEND THIS ON and ON, to as many people asyou know

AMAZING You must read it !!!!
She's done it again..
She sure isn't backing down on her hard line stance and one has to appreciate her belief in the rights of her native countrymen..
A breath of fresh air to see someone lead. I wish some leaders would step up in Canada & USA & UK.



Australian Prime Minister does it again!!

This woman should be appointed Queen of the World.. Truer words have never been spoken.

It took a lot of courage for this woman to speak what she had to say for the world to hear. The retribution could be phenomenal, but at least she was willing to take a stand on her and Australia 's beliefs.
The whole world needs a leader like this!
Prime Minister Julia Gillard - Australia

Muslims who want to live under Islamic Sharia law were told on Wednesday to get out of Australia , as the government targeted radicals in a bid to head off potential terror attacks..


Separately, Gillard angered some Australian Muslims on Wednesday by saying she supported spy agencies monitoring the nation's mosques. Quote:
'IMMIGRANTS, NOT AUSTRALIANS, MUST ADAPT.. Take It Or Leave It.
I am tired of this nation worrying about whether we are offending some individual or their culture. Since the terrorist attacks on Bali , we have experienced a surge in patriotism by the majority of Australians. '

'This culture has been developed over two centuries of struggles, trials and victories by millions of men and women who have sought freedom'

'We speak mainly ENGLISH, not Spanish, Lebanese, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of our society . Learn the language!'

'Most Australians believe in God. This is not some Christian, right wing, political push, but a fact, because Christian men and women, on Christian principles, founded this nation, and this is clearly documented It is certainly appropriate to display it on the walls of our schools. If God offends you, then I suggest you consider another part of the world as your new home, because God is part of our culture.'

'We will accept your beliefs, and will not question why All we ask is that you accept ours, and live in harmony and peaceful enjoyment with us.'

'This is OUR COUNTRY, OUR LAND, and OUR LIFESTYLE, and we will allow you every opportunity to enjoy all this. But once you are done complaining, whining, and griping about Our Flag, Our Pledge, Our Christian beliefs, or Our Way of Life, I highly encourage you take advantage of one other great Australian freedom, 'THE RIGHT TO LEAVE'.'
'If you aren't happy here then LEAVE. We didn't force you to come here. You asked to be here. So accept the country YOU accepted.'

Maybe if we circulate this amongst ourselves in Canada, USA & UK, WE will find the courage to start speaking and voicing the same truths.

Brisbane & Tasmania

(1) They went thata way !!! (2) Me and Ken Brown ex Blue Curator of Army Museum Brisbane (3) Who put me car up there ?? (4) Pine Apple Chunks !! (5) Flying the Flag (6) Mine Host (7) Tasmania (8) The Aussie Dame on Strawberrys and Cream !.

350 th anniversary Blue & Royal

Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,


Members that had the opportunity to attend the Annual Association Dinner on 7 May 2011 at Combermere Barracks will know that a Commemorative Scroll to mark 350 years since the forming of The Royal Horse Guards (The Blues) and The 1st Royal Dragoons, subsequently amalgamating to form The Blues and Royals, was given to all those attending the Dinner. The scroll, which is on parchment, is in the form of a message signed and sent from The Colonel of The Regiment to our Colonel in Chief, Her Majesty The Queen; an example of this limited edition (only 500) scroll is attached.

If you would like one of these highly desirable, limited edition Commemorative Scrolls, please complete and return the attached order form to The Blues and Royals Association at Home HQ. The cost of each scroll (which are in A4 size and come in a cardboard tube) are £5.00 each (including postage and packaging) and sales will be on a first come first served basis with a maximum of 3 scrolls per member. Cheques should be made payable to “The Blues and Royals Association”.

Regards

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PF Stretton

Major (Retd)

Household Cavalry Regimental Secretary

Home Headquarters

Combermere Barracks

WINDSOR

Berkshire SL4 3DN



Tel: (Civ) 01753 755132

Tel: (Mil) 94253 5132



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BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Many happy returns to Paul Graver over there in Aus, take a day off and enjoy Paul.

With best wishes,

 John Atkins

Thank you message

To all that have put up photo's and posting, it has been good to see that the BB is being used and there is activity on the site ( keep it up or lose it the choice, (IS YOURS)

76 Sdn RAF Disbandment Day

The Royals.

Only the best for the Royal Dragoons.!!

Yorkshire Air Museum

A few of Many !

(1) Any one for a spin with J.B (2) Any complaints i'll have a word lol. (3) Our Aussie Dame Pos'ing. (4) One for "Don" want a lft. (5) Ron Darling and me Hyde Park Cavalry Sunday.

Golden Oldie's

(1) 4th Troop B/Sqn Ipoh (2) Waterloo Ball i think Ipoh 61 i know Eddie edwards looks on this site !!! (3) Barami Oasis (4) Association Members at the Farewell to Detmold Ball, (5) Dont mind me asking But me and my friend would like to know was you really a Royal Dragoon !

Helmstedt to Berlin

The British Military Train that ran from Helmstedt to Berlin

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Many happy returns to Tom Carolan in Aus on Tuesday 17th from everyone here in Blighty, have a good one Tom.

With best wishes,

John Atkins

 

 

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

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 All best wishes,

 John Atkins  

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 With best wishes,

  John Atkins

Cavalry Week/end

Fred, With Jack Ovens our oldest know Royal Dragoon at the grand old age of "105" And what a year to celibrate his 105th and our own 350th (2) Brien Allen, Pete Strachan, and Gerald Lowthin The Author of the novel The Eagle, (3) Brien ,Fred,and Pete, (4) Brien, Ted Alyes, Pete.

TWO DOGS DINING

the song of the nightingale

sitting in the garden tonight, listening to the sound of the sun going down,as always, I noticed a nightingale looking for food,when another one (nightingale ) came and joined him the first one was very aggressive and a fight followed,accompanied  by a chorus of song from at least 4 other nightingales up in the trees. so there you have it, when the nightingales are singing so sweetly all night you can bet there is a punch up somewhere near and they are laying  their bets. frank

BBQ CIV

Been a great weekend for BBQ,s but the machine now needs a good degrease and a shine. Good job I still have some gunk left in the 5 gal drum I liberated after the Recce Troop CIV of 1967! Happy days...now where did I leave that quarter five sixteenth?

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

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 Best Wishes

 John Atkins

Windsor W/end and Cav Sunday

Will I see many ROYALS this time as I believe we were a little thin on the ground last year.
I did not go due through ill health.

Oh Dear!!

What a shame to hear that my good mate and good friend Osama has left the building. This means that I can no longer nip out for quick kebab and a cosy chat. SHAME... I do hope that he isn't going to make a pig of himself with the 40 virgins that have been reserved for me....

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Sorry about the belated  Birthday greeting to John Cooper, Hope you have had a good day.

 Best wishes

 John Atkins