I was on parade today, amongst the ranks of Armed Forces Veterans for the first time in many years, at Gosport since it coincided with a visit to my daughter.
Being a Navy town we were assured of a good turnout whatever the weather; thankfully it stayed dry and mild during the parde itself.
Despite the solemnity of the occasion there was a moment of light relief as the parade formed up, which I'm sure Old Navy and other ex-servicemen will get even if it is a bit subtle for the civvies.
Air Training Corps officer; "Corps will move five paces to the right."
Voice from middle rank of Veterans; "Army and Navy just advance ".
Worth it for the sight of Royal Navy Warrant Officer in charge of parade trying hard to suppress a snigger.
Last edited by: Harleyman on Sun 8 Nov 15 at 18:37
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