MORE HUMOUR SENT TO ME BY ROGER FROST
Thursday, 11 November 2010
Tuesday, 9 November 2010
Monday, 8 November 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Cedric Auty tomorrow the 9th November,Wishing you all the best for the future,
With best wishes
John Atkins
Saturday, 6 November 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Terry Messer tomorrow 7th November,heres hoping that you have a good day and many more birthdays to come, with best wishes,
John Atkins
Friday, 5 November 2010
humour no2
A Marines Wife Confesses
This came from a
Marines wife. It says it all:
I sat, as did millions of other Americans, and watched as the government
Under went a peaceful transition of power a year ago..
At first, I felt a swell of pride and patriotism while
Barack Obama took his Oath of office.
However, all that pride quickly vanished as I later watched 21Marines,
In full dress uniform with rifles,
Fire a 21-gun salute to the President.
It was then that I realized how far America's military had deteriorated.
Every one of them missed the bastard.
This came from a
Marines wife. It says it all:
I sat, as did millions of other Americans, and watched as the government
Under went a peaceful transition of power a year ago..
At first, I felt a swell of pride and patriotism while
Barack Obama took his Oath of office.
However, all that pride quickly vanished as I later watched 21Marines,
In full dress uniform with rifles,
Fire a 21-gun salute to the President.
It was then that I realized how far America's military had deteriorated.
Every one of them missed the bastard.
A touch of humour
A female CNN journalist heard about a very old Jewish man who had been going to the Western Wall to pray, twice a day, every day, for a long, long time.
So she went to check it out. She went to the Western Wall and there he was, walking slowly up to the holy site.
She watched him pray and after about 45 minutes, when he turned to leave, using a cane and moving very slowly, she approached him for an interview.
"Pardon me, sir, I'm Rebecca Smith from CNN. What's your name?
"Morris Feinberg," he replied.
"Sir, how long have you been coming to the Western Wall and praying?"
"For about 60 years."
"60 years! That's amazing! What do you pray for?"
"I pray for peace between the Christians, Jews and the Muslims."
"I pray for all the wars and all the hatred to stop."
"I pray for all our children to grow up safely as responsible adults, and to love their fellow man."
"How do you feel after doing this for 60 years?"
"Like I'm talking to a fu$$ing wall."
So she went to check it out. She went to the Western Wall and there he was, walking slowly up to the holy site.
She watched him pray and after about 45 minutes, when he turned to leave, using a cane and moving very slowly, she approached him for an interview.
"Pardon me, sir, I'm Rebecca Smith from CNN. What's your name?
"Morris Feinberg," he replied.
"Sir, how long have you been coming to the Western Wall and praying?"
"For about 60 years."
"60 years! That's amazing! What do you pray for?"
"I pray for peace between the Christians, Jews and the Muslims."
"I pray for all the wars and all the hatred to stop."
"I pray for all our children to grow up safely as responsible adults, and to love their fellow man."
"How do you feel after doing this for 60 years?"
"Like I'm talking to a fu$$ing wall."
Thursday, 4 November 2010
Specialist appointment
Hi guys just to let you know saw the specialist today and he said that he could operate on my kidney,there is a slight snag they have found a lesion on my spine could be a birth defect but have to have a bone scan next Friday will let you know how I get on.
Wednesday, 3 November 2010
GORDON MARSH
Gordon WELCOME BACK to the BB...Gordon has signed in twice so i will delete his first login.he has now signed in as GORDON 22772538. Gordon served 1960-1964 and was a L/cpl in training wing HQ Sqn 1963 his nickname was TICH
REGARD DEREK LEESE
Monday, 1 November 2010
DIARIES 2011
Flag this messageHousehold Cavalry Pocket Diary 2011Monday, 1 November, 2010 12:11From: "Paul Stretton" View contact detailsTo: "Paul Stretton" Message contains attachments1 File (579KB)Diary 2011 Order Form.docDear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
A limited number of exclusive Household Cavalry Pocket Diaries 2011 are available for Association members to purchase; all profits from the sale of the diaries will go to the respective Association's Welfare Funds. Please see the attached order form for description and purchasing.
<<...>>
PF Stretton
Major (Ret'd)
Regimental Secretary The Household Cavalry
Home Headquarters
Combermere Barracks
WINDSOR
Berkshire SL4 3DN
Telephone:
Windsor Mil 94253 5132
Direct Dial: 01753 75 5132 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 01753 75 5132 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
A limited number of exclusive Household Cavalry Pocket Diaries 2011 are available for Association members to purchase; all profits from the sale of the diaries will go to the respective Association's Welfare Funds. Please see the attached order form for description and purchasing.
<<...>>
PF Stretton
Major (Ret'd)
Regimental Secretary The Household Cavalry
Home Headquarters
Combermere Barracks
WINDSOR
Berkshire SL4 3DN
Telephone:
Windsor Mil 94253 5132
Direct Dial: 01753 75 5132 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 01753 75 5132 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Sunday, 31 October 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Sandra Saunter for the 1st November, hoping that you have a nice day, with best wishes.
John Atkins
Wednesday, 27 October 2010
Friday, 22 October 2010
NEW EMAIL ADDRESS
To all members,
I have now changed my computer and from now on my NEW Email address IS:-
lockman68@hotmail.com
John Atkins
Webmaster
I have now changed my computer and from now on my NEW Email address IS:-
lockman68@hotmail.com
John Atkins
Webmaster
'Soldiers Wife' song
Don't know if you have heard this but I've just been blown away by this song, 'Soldiers Wife' written and sung by a young trainee nurse. Listen too it here: http://poetryfromtommcgreevy.weebly.com/alison-jones-singing--soldiers-wife-speakers-on.html
Download is free but please make a donation at Forces Poetry : http://www.forcespoetry.com/
Jim
Download is free but please make a donation at Forces Poetry : http://www.forcespoetry.com/
Jim
Monday, 18 October 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day for the 19th to William Roy, hoping you have a good day.
Best wishes
John Atkins
Saturday, 16 October 2010
Birthday Greetings
A little birdie the eagle tells me it was Freds Birthday yesterday, so I send you my belated wishes, hope you had a good day.
John Atkins
Wednesday, 13 October 2010
Tuesday, 12 October 2010
RIP JOCK SWEENEY
Notification From Household cavalry Home HQ - The Passing of a ColleagueTuesday, 12 October, 2010 10:58From: "Paul Stretton" View contact detailsTo: "Paul Stretton" Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
Belatedly, I must sadly report that 23134491 CoH John Sweeney (73) passed away at home away after a long illness on Saturday, 18 September 2010. John, who was referred to as “Jock the Lock” when the Provost CoH, served from April 1955 to November 1972 initially with the 1st Royal Dragoons and then with The Blues and Royals. A funeral service has already been held.
The condolences of the Association have gone to his partner, Ethel at this sad time.
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
Belatedly, I must sadly report that 23134491 CoH John Sweeney (73) passed away at home away after a long illness on Saturday, 18 September 2010. John, who was referred to as “Jock the Lock” when the Provost CoH, served from April 1955 to November 1972 initially with the 1st Royal Dragoons and then with The Blues and Royals. A funeral service has already been held.
The condolences of the Association have gone to his partner, Ethel at this sad time.
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
CoH John Sweeny (Jock)
Sad to read today on the B&R website of the death of Jock Sweeny. (18 Sept. 2010)
We will all remember Jock as Regt. MP.
My wife Joan travelled with Jocks wife and children in the same cabin on the "Nevasa" from Southhampton to Aden and then on to Penang.
R.I.P. Jock. A Royal Thru! & Thru.
Condolences to his Family.
Doug & Joan Best.
Monday, 11 October 2010
re dress regulations.
Sorry geordie. derick wore a white bowler in the far east here is a photo to prove it. Frank
Sunday, 10 October 2010
Petition to save The Gurkha Regiments.
| Tuesday, October 5 |
On 20th October, the Coalition will be announcing their spending cuts. Liam Fox (Minister) has defended the need to protect our Defence budget, however there will still be cuts, and so it is critical that we tell the politicians that the rumoured axing of regiments, particularly the Gurkhas, is a big mistake.
Please give your support by signing the petition at:- www.savethegurkhas.co.uk
dress regulations (mufti)
I've just heard that the Bowler is making a come back.
who is responsible for that I wonder ?
Leese for P.M. ?!
Saturday, 9 October 2010
xmas 1961 Ipoh
now we know who the guy is getting even more p***ed on schnapps ( I bought it in a supermarket in Ipoh (honest 2 ltrs of the stuff )but who is that next to me I cant remember his name in fact I cant remember much about that evening, if you were there and remember Don't tell the others about my escapades.you might ruin my reputation. Frank
Warcoach
Can anyone identify this object? Answers on a postcard please.
Seen at Brooklands in Surrey.
Thursday, 7 October 2010
Wednesday, 6 October 2010
try this
http://paddyspoetryandprose.weebly.com
I think you will like Paddys work ex 17/21 Lancer Cpl start with how far to lashkar gar
frank
Monday, 4 October 2010
derek robertson--BIRTHDAY
Happy birthday --DEREK for the 5th hope you have a good day.and i hope you and CHRISTINE are keeping well
DENIS
Sunday, 3 October 2010
RAY KENDON
Welcome to the BB RAY hope you find some old pals..RAY served in C SQN and HQ SQN in the late 1960.s. is now living in Detmold
regards Derek Leese
Wednesday, 29 September 2010
R I P TO HARRY DIXON MOFFAT [ROYALS] P W NASH[BLUES] H RATCLIFFE[BLUES]
Flag this messageNews From Household cavalry Home HQ - The Passing of ColleaguesWednesday, 29 September, 2010 10:22From: "Paul Stretton" View contact detailsTo: "Paul Stretton" Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
I must sadly inform the Association membership of the belated notification of passing of the following members who served with the regiments of the Association:
23215235 Tpr PW NASH (72) who served with The Royal Horse Guards (The Blues) March 1956 to March 1964, sadly died on 05 September 2010. The thoughts of the Association go to his son, John at this difficult time.
THE ROYAL HORSE GUARDS (The Blues) REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O Lord Jesus Christ, who by thy Holy Apostle hast called us to put on the whole armour of God, give thy grace, we pray Thee, to the Royal Horse Guards that we may be thy faithful soldiers and servants and fight manfully under Thy banner, who with the Father and the Holy Ghost livest and reignest one God, world without end.
328648 Tpr Harry Dixon MOFFAT (93) who served with The Royal Dragoons January 1940 to March 1946, sadly passed away on 08 September 2010. Our condolences go to his surviving family at this sad time.
THE ROYAL DRAGOONS (The Royals) 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)
23929138 Tpr Harry (“The Rat”) RATCLIFFE who served with The Royal Horse Guards (The Blues) and The Blues and Royals March 1964 to March 1976, sadly died on 09 September 2010 a funeral service was held at Slough Crematorium on 17 September 2010. The condolences of the Association go to his family at this sad time.
THE BLUES AND ROYALS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O Lord Jesus Christ who by the Holy Apostle has called us to put on the armour of God and to take the sword of the spirit, give thy grace we pray thee, to the Blues and Royals that we may fight manfully under thy banner against all evil, and waiting on thee to renew our strength, may mount up with wings as eagles, in thy name, who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen.
PF Stretton
I must sadly inform the Association membership of the belated notification of passing of the following members who served with the regiments of the Association:
23215235 Tpr PW NASH (72) who served with The Royal Horse Guards (The Blues) March 1956 to March 1964, sadly died on 05 September 2010. The thoughts of the Association go to his son, John at this difficult time.
THE ROYAL HORSE GUARDS (The Blues) REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O Lord Jesus Christ, who by thy Holy Apostle hast called us to put on the whole armour of God, give thy grace, we pray Thee, to the Royal Horse Guards that we may be thy faithful soldiers and servants and fight manfully under Thy banner, who with the Father and the Holy Ghost livest and reignest one God, world without end.
328648 Tpr Harry Dixon MOFFAT (93) who served with The Royal Dragoons January 1940 to March 1946, sadly passed away on 08 September 2010. Our condolences go to his surviving family at this sad time.
THE ROYAL DRAGOONS (The Royals) 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)
23929138 Tpr Harry (“The Rat”) RATCLIFFE who served with The Royal Horse Guards (The Blues) and The Blues and Royals March 1964 to March 1976, sadly died on 09 September 2010 a funeral service was held at Slough Crematorium on 17 September 2010. The condolences of the Association go to his family at this sad time.
THE BLUES AND ROYALS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O Lord Jesus Christ who by the Holy Apostle has called us to put on the armour of God and to take the sword of the spirit, give thy grace we pray thee, to the Blues and Royals that we may fight manfully under thy banner against all evil, and waiting on thee to renew our strength, may mount up with wings as eagles, in thy name, who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen.
PF Stretton
Saturday, 25 September 2010
kilo99
this was kilo99 in1953 on the CAIRO road
top---plm NEWTON---CPL THOMPSON--??
middle---DENIS SOWERBY---ROBINSON
bottem---HOPKINSON
3troop Csqdn
Wednesday, 22 September 2010
Tuesday, 21 September 2010
Monday, 20 September 2010
Saturday, 18 September 2010
it hurts, I might die..!!!!!!
We went for a walk today around our garden to finalise a new design, rather reminiscent william barnes uncle & aunt featured in his poem " leafy boughs a-swaying " & it was about this I was going to tell you, but I had an acident and I get no sympathy here so I'll tell you about my woes ! tongue-in-cheek. my son laid a path in the garden, and as usual never got around to finishing it and left an edge proud ,it wasn't a problem until to-day when he parked his car at the end of the path so we had to go around it to get to the path. yep you guessed it I didn't lift my feet high enough & tripped , There was this 100 kg rotund Orangutan flying though the air in ever increasing momentum then I landed in a very thorny rose bush to the right my left ear in a Barbary bush the whole of my left side hit the concrete sharp edged kerb and the pavour path,it has been reported that a 9.7 on the richter scale has been recorded for ost westfalen lippe today. a quick look at my wounds and I decided they were serious,so Memsahib was detail to get me some antiseptic creme to help dress the wounds, but half way though the great hall.AKA as the coach house she had forgotten what she was going to do & went to check on the washing machine from there to hang out the washing then to her chicken....in the meantime I was in the bathroom and lost at least 20 ltrs of blood,its the blood thinning tabs I'm on, on doing a proper exam of my ills I found that I had Broken my arm in at least 4 places. fractured my kneecap ad broken all of my ribs in my upper ribcage,I had just finished putting on the plaster of paris casts when she remembered what she should of been doing for me and came in to the bath and asked "Did you say you wanted a cup of tea ?
"Off Air"
This Station will be "Shut Down" from 1200hrs.19 Sept. till 1200hrs. 26 Sept.2010.
Cruising to the Fiords on our 51st. Honeymoon.
Best Regards to all. Doug & Joan.
Thursday, 16 September 2010
NICK DOYLE
Welcome to the BB Nick .hope you enjoy looking around..Nick was in my troop in Germany .
come on Nick tell the lads about the beer and whiskey and your time with the regiment
regards DEREK LEESE
Wednesday, 15 September 2010
Cyprus 1964
Can anyone tell me if the lads who were sent out to Cyprus in 1964 for a few months were entitled to a medal, whether it be a campaign clasp or a UN one? Thanks, John.
Monday, 13 September 2010
Saturday, 11 September 2010
Friday, 10 September 2010
Tuesday, 7 September 2010
Monday, 6 September 2010
New Zealand
Has anyone been able to contact our friends/,comrades in New Zealand ?. Nigel Reed, Terry Messer and others.
Hoping everyone OK. I know no deaths at present.
Regards Doug.
Saturday, 4 September 2010
Yer tiz. Calamintha nepeta in my garden today
Don this one is for you picture 2 has a dandilion in the forground. Frank
1st troop A Sqn BERLIN 1949
Photo sent to me by Robin Bucknall i remember a few names but sorry not all
Thursday, 2 September 2010
who said the Eagle was in a museum ?
Go to e bay type in this article number,270629673661 . you will be suprised what comes up ,if you want a translation ,ask Don he is duty interpreter this month. Frank
ALL MEMBERS [SURNAME]
WILL ALL MEMBERS THAT HAVE NOT GOT THEIR SURNAME ON THE MEMBERS LIST PLEASE INFORM JOHN ATKINS ,AS IT IS GETTING DIFFICULT TO KEEP TRACK OF 165 MEMBERS.
THE ID NAME IS NOT MUCH USE
THANK YOU
THE ID NAME IS NOT MUCH USE
THANK YOU
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
JIM HARVEY
Welcome to the ROYALS BB Jim hope you find your way around ok.im sure you will find some old pals on here JIM was with the Regiment 1965-1969 in detmold
regards DEREK
Sunday, 29 August 2010
Change of e-mail address.
Hi all, I have now changed my e-mail address TO tiffy.dave@rocketmail.com. Dave Smith
Saturday, 28 August 2010
WELCOME TO TONY WILKINS
Welcome to the Bulletin Board Tony hope that you find a few of your old mates after you have had a look around as we are sure there must be some on here waiting to greet you.
Thursday, 26 August 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS TO STAN WHITWORTH
Many happy returns of the day to our good friend Stan Whitworth, hoping that you have had a good day. Best Wishes,
Johnie68
RIP MARK BLACK
Information From Household Cavalry Home HQ - The Passing of a Colleague - Mark Black Formerly The 1st Royal DragoonsThursday, 26 August, 2010 12:09From: "Paul Stretton" View contact detailsTo: "Paul Stretton" Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
Sadly, I must report the death of Mark Black who served in The Royals in the early 1960s. He is pictured as ADC to Brig Tony Pepys, Colonel of The Royals, in the Cuneo picture of the Parade marching past the Lord Mayor on the occasion of the Regiment being granted the Freedom of the City of London on 22 Oct 1963. Unfortunately, I do not have access to other details of his service career and information has kindly been provided by Colonel Duncan Boyd.
Mark Black passed away Peacefully, having been poorly since November at home in St. Andrews, on Monday 23rd August 2010, A private cremation followed by a Service of Thanksgiving will be held on Thursday 2nd September, in Ceres Parish Church, CUPAR,Fife KY15 5NQ at 3.30 p.m. No flowers please but donations in lieu may be made at the church for Marie Curie and Ceres Parish Church.
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)
Sadly, I must report the death of Mark Black who served in The Royals in the early 1960s. He is pictured as ADC to Brig Tony Pepys, Colonel of The Royals, in the Cuneo picture of the Parade marching past the Lord Mayor on the occasion of the Regiment being granted the Freedom of the City of London on 22 Oct 1963. Unfortunately, I do not have access to other details of his service career and information has kindly been provided by Colonel Duncan Boyd.
Mark Black passed away Peacefully, having been poorly since November at home in St. Andrews, on Monday 23rd August 2010, A private cremation followed by a Service of Thanksgiving will be held on Thursday 2nd September, in Ceres Parish Church, CUPAR,Fife KY15 5NQ at 3.30 p.m. No flowers please but donations in lieu may be made at the church for Marie Curie and Ceres Parish Church.
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)
Tuesday, 24 August 2010
MAJ DIMOND MC FUNERAL
Following the sad announcement that Major John DIMOND MC (86) who served between Oct 1944 - Feb 1979 with The 1st Dragoons (The Royals) and then The Blues and Royals had passed away on 20 August, I can now confirm the funeral arrangements.
A Service of Thanks Giving will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday 31 August at Christ Church, Rossett, Wrexham (nearest post code The Alyn, Station Rd, Rossett LL12 0HE) followed by a family committal. Donations to the Army Benevolent Fund (The Soldier's Charity).
The condolences of the Regiment and Association go to his widow, Jean, daughters Susan and Amanda and four grandchildren at this difficult time.
PF Stretton
A Service of Thanks Giving will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday 31 August at Christ Church, Rossett, Wrexham (nearest post code The Alyn, Station Rd, Rossett LL12 0HE) followed by a family committal. Donations to the Army Benevolent Fund (The Soldier's Charity).
The condolences of the Regiment and Association go to his widow, Jean, daughters Susan and Amanda and four grandchildren at this difficult time.
PF Stretton
Monday, 23 August 2010
Calamintha nepeta.
try this on your allotment John and you others in your flower beds, The Lesser calamint. botanic: Calamintha nepeta.as youcan guess it smells like a strong mint ( Might work in Pimms, I don't know ) it flowers from July though Sept and it attracts masses of honey & bumble bees best in a group toward the front of the bed. & no the cats don't lie in it.
Frank
Sunday, 22 August 2010
CAPT ROBIN BUCKNALL
Its made my day to welcome Robin to the ROYAL DRAGOONS BB i first seved with Robin in BERLIN 1949. ...Robin hope you find your way around the BB there,s lots to see...any ???,s please ask
Regards DEREK
Friday, 20 August 2010
PRESENTATION
Photo taken from the local paper of the presentation I did to Combat Stress last month with the proceeds of our reunion in June. 2nd photo is the original
John
Thursday, 19 August 2010
The Passing Of Major Dimond MC
I must sadly report the passing of 303277 Major John DIMOND MC (86) who died this morning. Major Dimond served between Oct 1944 - Feb 1979 with The 1st Dragoons (The Royals) and then The Blues and Royals. Funeral arrangements will be forwarded when announced.
THE BLUES AND ROYALS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O Lord Jesus Christ who by the Holy Apostle has called us to put on the armour of God and to take the sword of the spirit, give thy grace we pray thee, to the Blues and Royals that we may fight manfully under thy banner against all evil, and waiting on thee to renew our strength, may mount up with wings as eagles, in thy name, who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen.
PF Stretton
Major (Ret'd)
Regimental Secretary The Household Cavalry
THE BLUES AND ROYALS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O Lord Jesus Christ who by the Holy Apostle has called us to put on the armour of God and to take the sword of the spirit, give thy grace we pray thee, to the Blues and Royals that we may fight manfully under thy banner against all evil, and waiting on thee to renew our strength, may mount up with wings as eagles, in thy name, who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen.
PF Stretton
Major (Ret'd)
Regimental Secretary The Household Cavalry
PROFILES
May I remind members that have not yet filled in there profiles to please do it as soon as possible, as it has been said many times it makes it difficult for admin to know everyones name when it is just a Christian name or their multiply log in name, If you just click on where it says my account at the top of this page a page will come up with a list of things that you can do, one being Profile.
Johnie68
Johnie68
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS TO TERRY LYONS
Many happy returns of the day for the 19th to Terry Lyons, all best wishes hoping you have a good one
WELCOME TO JAMES HAYNES
Welcome to the the Bulletin Board James, maybe when you have found your way around you can tell us your service history, hoping that you find a few of your old comrades on the site.
Sunday, 15 August 2010
Friday, 13 August 2010
RUSSEL HAYLEY [great nephew of MAJ ERNEST HAYLEY]
Thank you for accepting my membership to the Royal Dragoon group. I have some photos of my great uncle Ernest Hayley who served with the Royal Dragoons from ~1921-1945 (approx dates as I am unsure) and you are welcome to copies, one is his enrolement picture as he looks very young with the Dragoon motif surround. I am to build up an account of his short life as he died in 1953 from what I believe had some connection to a parade ground injury involving a horse. I recently discovered he was was stationed at Folkestone in 1936 and perhaps served in Kenya at some time. Apart from that I know very little. Do you know anyone that might remember him or where I could get some info of his life in the army as I believe he had quite an eventful time in the army but my family are very vague on the details.
regards and thank you
regards and thank you
Welcome to Alan Ashdown
Welcome to the BB Alan, Alan served in 1953/55, I hope that you will find a few old comrades that you are looking for on the site, keep looking around and enjoy.
Wednesday, 11 August 2010
Welcome to Jim Aitchison
Finally I have got Jim onto the BB, Welcome Jim and not before time as I know you have lots of tales that you can tell us of our time in the regiment but don't give away all the secrets as you know Barbara will be watching.
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Monday, 9 August 2010
Welcome to Robin Physick
Welcome to Robin he is an ex LAD attached who has joined us today, I see that he has put up his first post to another ex LAD member today also, Robin has put some photo's on his own site and now that he has been accepted as a member of the Royals site he will now publish them on the home page for all to see.
Saturday, 7 August 2010
NIGEL REEDS BOOK
To all my friends and acquaintances whom I have meet over the years. Finally my book "Beware of the Cuckoo"
is completed.
This is a story of one man's battle to create a Children's Hospice while having to deal with endless grief through loss of
his only daughter to Cystic Fibrosis, several family members and friends which in turn lead to depression.
It shows that most barriers can be overcome to achieve a dream as long as one has the passion and purpose in life.
It is available through our web site at www.walkyourowntalk.com
We are making a $5.00 per book donation to children's hospice in four countries as stated in the web site.
So for example if you live in England the donation will be given to The Little Bridge House
Enjoy the web site and of course we would appreciate your patronage and support.
Please spread the word to all your families, friends and work mates.
Regards and Best Wishes to all of you
Nigel and Jocelyn Reed.
Wednesday, 4 August 2010
Letter of thanks from Combat Stress for money raised at the reunion
PATRON: HRH The Prince of Wales KG, KT, GCB, OM, AK, QSO, PC, ADC PRESIDENT: General Sir Redmond Watt KCB,KCVO,CBE
Head Office: Tyrwhitt House, Oaklawn Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 OBX Tel: 01372 841600 Fax: 01372 841601 Email: contactus@combatstress.org.uk Website: www.combatstress.org.uk
STRESS
EX SERVICES MENTAL WELFARE SOCIETY
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Email: Alison.Dhatt @combatstress.org.uk
Ref: AC270
29 July 2010
Dear Mr Atkins
I am writing to thank you and the Ex Veterans, on behalf of Combat Stress, for your very kind donation of the television.
It was a delight to meet and welcome you to Audley Court for the presentation of the television on Thursday 29 July 2010.
The gymnasium area, because of its increasing popularity with our clients, is gradually being updated with new equipment, and the television will be placed within this area. This facility provides an additional option to assist in refocusing thoughts away from the harrowing experiences and traumas endured during their services career, in helping them to gain relief from various chronic, complex and long term problems.
We appreciate your kind gesture and thoughts, and once again many thanks for choosing to support our charity and assisting us to progress.
With very best wishes Yours sincerely
Alison Dhatt
Head of Clinical Service
Company Limited by Guarantee Registered in England and Wales No 256353
TONY BENN
Tony welcome to the ROYALS BB i will leave it to you to tell us all about your service with the ROYALS nice to have you onboard after all these years
regards derek
Monday, 2 August 2010
CHARLIE SPINKS EX REME
Welcome to the Bulletin board Charlie please tell us all about yourself once you have found your was around the Site. Charlie is ex REME i think B Sqn 1959-60 i could be wrong on that one so maybe Charlie will confirm and tell us more Regards DEREK
Sunday, 1 August 2010
Captain Robin C. Bucknell
1) Keith Shaw & Robin C. Bucknell at his home in July 2010
2) Robin C. Bucknell on Triumph
3) Robin C. Bucknell outside house in Wesendorf with Charles, his eldest son.
Friday, 30 July 2010
ref B T STRATFORD
Flag this messageInformation from Household Cavalry Home HQ - The Late Brian Stratford RHG/DFriday, 30 July, 2010 10:02From: "Paul Stretton" View contact detailsTo: "Paul Stretton" Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
Following on from the sad news that 23735778 SCpl Brian Thomas STRATFORD (69) who served with The 1st Royal Dragoons and then The Blues and Royals from October 1959 to April 1979 had passed away at home following a brave fight against cancer on Sunday 25 July 2010, I can now confirm the funeral arrangements. The funeral Service for the late Brian Stratford will be held on Saturday 14 August at 1045hrs at Hereford Crematorium, Westfaling Street Hereford HR4 0JE.
His family have said that they would appreciate seeing anyone that he served with at the Service and also anyone from the Blues and Royals Association.
Following on from the sad news that 23735778 SCpl Brian Thomas STRATFORD (69) who served with The 1st Royal Dragoons and then The Blues and Royals from October 1959 to April 1979 had passed away at home following a brave fight against cancer on Sunday 25 July 2010, I can now confirm the funeral arrangements. The funeral Service for the late Brian Stratford will be held on Saturday 14 August at 1045hrs at Hereford Crematorium, Westfaling Street Hereford HR4 0JE.
His family have said that they would appreciate seeing anyone that he served with at the Service and also anyone from the Blues and Royals Association.
Thursday, 29 July 2010
RIP BRIAN THOMAS STRATFORD
Flag this messageNews from Household Cavalry Home HQ-The Passing of a ColleagueWednesday, 28 July, 2010 11:46From: "Paul Stretton" View contact detailsTo: paul.stretton@householdcavalry.co.ukDear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
I must sadly report the death of 23735778 SCpl Brian Thomas STRATFORD (69) who served with The 1st Royal Dragoons and then The Blues and Royals from October 1959 to April 1979. He passed away at home following a brave fight against cancer on Sunday 25 July 2010. The thoughts and condolences of the Association go to his widow Christine and his family at this difficult time. Funeral arrangements will be forwarded to the membership when available.
THE BLUES AND ROYALS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
I must sadly report the death of 23735778 SCpl Brian Thomas STRATFORD (69) who served with The 1st Royal Dragoons and then The Blues and Royals from October 1959 to April 1979. He passed away at home following a brave fight against cancer on Sunday 25 July 2010. The thoughts and condolences of the Association go to his widow Christine and his family at this difficult time. Funeral arrangements will be forwarded to the membership when available.
THE BLUES AND ROYALS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
Wednesday, 28 July 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Keith Fairey on the 29th hoping you have a good day, and best wishes for the future.
Johnie68
Monday, 26 July 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
I will put up this birthday greetings early to give members time to reply rather put better late than never,
Many happy returns of the day for the 28th to Mike DeCarteret have a good day and all the best for the future.
Johnie68
Sunday, 25 July 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Tim Connell today the 25th, hoping that you had a good one, Best wishes also for the future.
Johnie68
Thursday, 22 July 2010
Tuesday, 20 July 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day to Ken Buffery, sorry it is posted late, just having a few problems at the moment, All best wishes and hope you had a good day.
Monday, 19 July 2010
Welcome to John Kelly
Welcome to the BB John, I think that you will find a few comrades that you served with in the fifties on the BB.
journal 2011
from PAUL STRETTON
Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
The next edition of the Household Cavalry Journal will be published early 2011. The Journal covers the year 1 January 2010 – 31 December 2010. I’m sure that you will agree that the input of articles by members of the Associations have enhanced its content over the last several years and are much appreciated. I strongly encourage you to submit articles and photographs of your experiences and events whilst serving for the benefit of all who receive and read the Journal.
The LG and RHG/D Association Secretaries will be responsible for producing inputs to the editor on articles from the members and old comrades of the Associations.
The format for the Journal will be similar to last year’s edition however, it is hoped that the articles in general will be shorter and with more photographs. If you have an article to submit, it should be of no more that 700 words, (preferably in Word format) and accompanied by photos with separate text (not on the back) explaining what, where and who the image is depicting. Acronyms should, where possible, be avoided. Quality is preferable to waffle.
In principle, your articles should be submitted to the Association Secretaries at the address below or by e-mail as soon as possible and where possible submissions should not wait until the deadline which is 30 November 2010.
I look forward to hearing from you.
PF Stretton
Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
The next edition of the Household Cavalry Journal will be published early 2011. The Journal covers the year 1 January 2010 – 31 December 2010. I’m sure that you will agree that the input of articles by members of the Associations have enhanced its content over the last several years and are much appreciated. I strongly encourage you to submit articles and photographs of your experiences and events whilst serving for the benefit of all who receive and read the Journal.
The LG and RHG/D Association Secretaries will be responsible for producing inputs to the editor on articles from the members and old comrades of the Associations.
The format for the Journal will be similar to last year’s edition however, it is hoped that the articles in general will be shorter and with more photographs. If you have an article to submit, it should be of no more that 700 words, (preferably in Word format) and accompanied by photos with separate text (not on the back) explaining what, where and who the image is depicting. Acronyms should, where possible, be avoided. Quality is preferable to waffle.
In principle, your articles should be submitted to the Association Secretaries at the address below or by e-mail as soon as possible and where possible submissions should not wait until the deadline which is 30 November 2010.
I look forward to hearing from you.
PF Stretton
Friday, 16 July 2010
JOHN COOPER
John welcome to the ROYALS BB hope you find your way around ok.John was in the ROYALS from1962--1968 spent time in Tidwoth and Cyprus finished his time in Detmold. i think John was in A Sqn for most of his time..maybe when he gets the hang of the BB he can tell us all about his service days
regards derek
Tuesday, 13 July 2010
Poem of an Old Soldier....
No longer do I see my friends who marched by my side,
No longer can I hear the sound of voices raised with pride.
As we marched off down the road to WHATEVER lay in store,
Had I a choice of comrades I could not ask for more.
We set off then,that autumn day,not knowing what lay ahead.
Just young men who had NO choice,we went with flags unfurled,so that our kin could again rejoice in peace throughout the world.
I came back,I don`t know how,to see my folks again,but I pray to God my children,you will never experience the same.
By..Robert Smith ..of Leeds.
Thursday, 8 July 2010
Waterloo meet at ALREWAS
Elizabeth Boon and Rose meet up again after 5yrs.Reg Brown and Daughter Sue.
Wednesday, 7 July 2010
RIP
News From Household Cavalry Home HQ - The Passing of a ColleagueWednesday, 7 July, 2010 8:19From: "Paul Stretton" View contact detailsTo: "Paul Stretton" Dear Member of The Blues and Royals Association,
I must sadly report the passing on 30th June 2010 of Lt Antony Edward Ord WELTON who served with The Royal Dragoons (1st Dragoons) between Jan1956 and Dec1958. The condolences of the Blues and Royals Association go to his widow Kirstin and step children Charlotte and James at this difficult time. A funeral service will be held on 12 July 2010 at 3p.m. at the Church of St Bartholomew, Aldsworth (on the B4425), Gloucestershire GL54 3QR
THE ROYAL DRAGOONS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O God, in whose sight all creatures are manifest and to who eyes all things that 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 the wings as eagles at thy word, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
(TOBIAS,1930)
I must sadly report the passing on 30th June 2010 of Lt Antony Edward Ord WELTON who served with The Royal Dragoons (1st Dragoons) between Jan1956 and Dec1958. The condolences of the Blues and Royals Association go to his widow Kirstin and step children Charlotte and James at this difficult time. A funeral service will be held on 12 July 2010 at 3p.m. at the Church of St Bartholomew, Aldsworth (on the B4425), Gloucestershire GL54 3QR
THE ROYAL DRAGOONS REGIMENTAL COLLECT
O God, in whose sight all creatures are manifest and to who eyes all things that 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 the wings as eagles at thy word, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
(TOBIAS,1930)
Thursday, 1 July 2010
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Many happy returns of the day tomorrow Friday 2nd July to Norman (Dougie) Best, wishing you all the best and have a good day, no doubt Joan will Spoil him.
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