Brecon's Great Gurkha Day

[@johnwhite2576]

For two centuries, pound for pound, the finest fighting regiment in the world.

[@ElizabethJeffreys-y9h]

We are very proud to host the Gurkhas in Brecon this year we celebrate 50 years since they arrived in the town

[@nawahsangbo7491]

I see Sikh & Gorkha together. Bravest of the Braves.

[@rodneyallister9877]

As I am x Army now 79 These men are special 🇭🇲

[@jkjhkerbybargoedmidglamwal9282]

Many moons ago, I stayed at the Union Jack Club London. Those days accommodation was in Dormitory Fassion. And the guy in the next bed was a Gurkah. That meeting over 35 years ago was the start of a friendship that continues to this day. Gurung and I are " Brothers" by virtue of our being British Soldiers. When Gurang attended for trials to enter the British Army....252 others were with him for just 25 vacancies. I am privileged to be able to say "a friend of mine is a Gurkah Soldier " Words are just inadequate when describing a Gurkah Soldier....I believe them to be 'Unique Humans" they possess near super human qualities...Loyalty., Dedication and Service...this includes thier lifelong love and duty for family , and the nation they serve and swear to defend, Britain. Nepal is a hard place and it's so tough to get on and so perhaps becomes an ideal start, but you won't hear a word of complaint, they are truly exceptional human beings. I am proud to make known I contribute towards thier well being and towards periods of illness and possibly disablement. For guys that are generally under 5'8" they are 'Loyalty on two legs' James H Kerby Bargoed Caerphilly,.

[@chad6034]

Britain and India are lucky to have Gurkhas to protect there borders love to the Gurkhas from India

[@xenoplexx5461]

Literally bro. They are clear from *Nepal*. There was even a *Flag Of Nepal* here. Yet you call them Indian. *Gorkha is a district in Nepal* and *Kingdom Of Gorkha* unified *Nepal*. So accept the truth that they are *Nepalese*. I'm fed up of hearing people say *Gorkhalis* are Indians They are purely *Nepali*. Every *Nepali* calls themselves Gorkhali*. Even the nickname of *Nepal Army* Is *'Gorkhali Army'*. The national weapon of *Nepal* is *Khukuri* and they also wear the *Slanted Gorkhali Hat*. So, *Gorkhalis are Nepalese*. Neither Brits nor Indian. *_Jay Nepal_* *_Jay Mahakali Aayo Gorkhali_*

[@inteo_Dimension]

He isn’t calling them Indians bro, he is just saying that britain and india are lucky that they got gorkha soldiers to protect their borders, yes the gorkhas are from Nepal. 🇳🇵

[@ilovefish7991]

They are known for their fearless bravery and undying loyalty.

[@thegeordiestory]

I served with the Gurkha's at Sandhurst in the RCT. I often drank with them in their bar. They taught me basic language skills even giving me the Gurkha's English green manual and a kukri. When my daughter was born they came to my army house bearing all manner of gifts. Always impeccably dressed , a people of great honor for me to know them. I now live in the US and low and behold the corner store is owned by a Gurkha! Namaste to all

[@robertlangley1664]

Not only do they look smart but they are great soldiers and I thank them for there service to the crown and GREAT Britain 🇬🇧

[@stevethomas5849]

Gurkhas will always be welcome in my home

[@Hal-kj2mc]

I think it's pretty safe to say that we British love the Gurkhas. My father served with them and absolutely loved them

[@stevelee4952]

My younger served as an officer in the Ghurka Rifles until 5 years ago . We are working class folk but he was so proud of the respect and loyalty of his guys. A bit like working class Brits.

[@haydonditchburn2194]

Britain is so lucky to have these brave & totally dedicated soldiers on their side. I had contact with Gurkhas way back in the 60's when I served in South East Asia. Many memories of those tough little buggers still remain today. If they ever toured New Zealand, I would definitely make the effort to go see them, such is my respect for them.

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

Yep , sons of the brave !

[@kc9602]

Amen, Brother

[@theautumnalcyclist7629]

I spoke to an ex us ranger and he said how bloody lucky the uk was to have these loyal lunatics in it's forces

[@thornbird6768]

So courageous ❤ known for their bravery and stamina , these chaps are second to none 👍🏻

[@MrHoneybee2121]

the Gurkha's are the greatest fighting force in the world. Their service to Britain and her Commonwealth is legion and our gratitude will forever be extended to them. A gracious race of people with a love, understanding, respect and humility and enormous courage.

[@2226robin]

The Few The Brave The Gurkha.

[@bostonblackie9503]

My Great-Uncle served with them for awhile in WWII. He said he was glad he was fighting with them and not against them. They took no prisoners.

[@blancahumphrey532]

I met a young Man here in the USA and never forgot how his face was lit up with pride when he told me his brother was a Gurkha. The Gurkhas are awsome.💖

[@sabnamgurung6226]

I am so proud to be gurkha

[@haydonditchburn2194]

and so you should be. We are all proud of you too..

[@jimjacobs4467]

sabnam, I served with 2nd/6th Gurkha Rifles in Malaya in 1954. I am now 90, and have fond memories of the Gurkha's. Jai Nepal, Jai Gorkha.

[@Moggy471]

Thank you. We are proud to know the Gurkha.

[@russellmarmon2847]

All of the UK are immensely proud to have you great warriors in the Ranks of the British Army, thank you Sir.

[@tupoupaulonikautupou3434]

We hear yous are real warrior's

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

Thousands dream of becoming a Gurkha , such dedicated passion .

[@bobmackenzie154]

Truly a friendly and fantastic experience I had when teaching them new skills for their army career, as engineers or transport NCOs. They always had respect for the people that taught them and in return I had great respect for them to. I would see them return throughout their military career, they would be happy to see me as I would be to see them and catch up with how they were doing. An honour to teach them and gain their respect and be presented with a Kukri after them passing their course. Namaste to all the truly wonderful Gurkha soldiers whom have served and still serving stay safe and God bless you all.🙏

[@justbrowsing8482]

Bravo to the Gurkhas and Thank you for your continued service and Sacrifice. Please don’t think it is not appreciated.

[@elonmusk689]

India should celebrate like this..In India also gurkha are serving from long time..

[@ramkarki4016]

You mean neeaplese people should celebrate same in india too as they celebrated in british?

[@neilkipling9123]

Namaste to all my Gurkha friends and veterans. 🙏

[@w.reidripley1968]

Niel, "Now, that's Kipl-ing!" (a Sharpe's Rifles joke, if you've never seen it)

[@tulrai4324]

Very warm welcome and Namaste hajur:

[@wakkajamaica4548]

most Humble.and courageus men of the planer

[@maxsoon1097]

the battle of Gallipoli, among the units who fought there, Gurkhas fought courageously and managed, secured their sectors but with high caused of casualties. The only areas been won by the allied. Tremendous respect for Gurkhas. Salutes

[@laninepomuceno6774]

God bless us peace be with you all and regards to all of you there in your country. From Lani D. Nepomuceno, Philippines

[@clivemacken552]

I was with them in 2016 Kathmandu and Pokhara

[@MrConan89]

Wonderful to see this so proud and decent in the UK,

[@robertstark8527]

Amazing display we are so lucky to have the Gurkha’s as part of the British Army.

[@LeggieGlasgow]

To have the bravest of the brave play Scotland the Brave makes my chest swell with pride .Love these people so much humble respectful and loyal.. .

[@kampfoppa9961]

Thx for the Sevice Gurkhs .I worked with some of them as GGS in the BFG , they where always respektfuland they always where Helpful . Thx a Lot Guys

[@heatherford491]

Now,that is an army, of very proud men,we BRITS love them and owe them big time🥇🥇

[@woodywoodpecker1497]

Some of these guys are based in Stafford, they are are a wonderful addition to the UK forces and community.. I for one are very proud of their loyalty and commitment.. to the

[@Colgate64]

No soldiers more loyal, no soldiers more fierce, no better friends than the Gurkhas.

[@kishormagar662]

Proud of my Nepal I am Nepali

[@PaulincrediblypleasingSmith]

My father served with Australian 9th division aif,and spoke very highly of the ghurkas!

[@ekdoteencharpanch1871]

Gurkha*

[@johncartwright4041]

My father was with them in the middle east during WW II and had utmost respect for them.

[@warrenhunt5556]

After 36 years of service where I have been there and done that, obtained a few postnominals in looking after my mates in a time at war, worked with many other nation's defense forces with over whelming resources and logistics, and when shit hits the fan and you want the best of the best, and all my peers would want the same is to have at your 3 and 9 o'clock position, The Gurkha's. I can say noting more than their actions speck loader than words. They have my absolute respect, admiration and their undevoted sacrifice to valour.

[@flapsto60]

Fine words

[@anthonybrownhovelt]

Great characters, always generous in sharing their run ration on exercise! They had a greats ns of humour too. I remember the display company at RMAS being given a telling-off by their company commander. He pulled his beret off and stamped on it and then march off. The company stood very still until he had gone and then grabbed their berets and threw them on the ground and jumped on them all laughing. I had no idea what they had done wrong but it was hysterical watching them! Had the pleasure of serving with them on a number of occasions, they were always well turned out on and off parade and so polite and hard working. How luck we are to have them.

[@leolion3942]

I have so much respect for these brave men….massive respect!!❤

[@olwens1368]

Deeply satisfying- the wonderful Gurkhas marching through a Welsh town to the strains of Scotland the Brave.

[@burntbacon7995]

Trying to be edgy and funny with your comment? Well, you've failed.

[@w.reidripley1968]

Dunno about edgy, but I was amused. Only in the Commonwealth!

[@TheArgieH]

And Highland Laddie, well they certainly are highland laddies!

[@alphalunamare]

Have you heard the reference to Twonk in Red Dwarf perchance?

[@patriciabetjemann8977]

Love the way this was filmed ~ caught the spirit!

[@rodrigues2793101]

I had the opportunity to participate on the Platoon Sergeants Battle Course some months ago. I've met some Gurkhas there, great warriors they are! Always with a friendly hand, some of my Gurkha colleagues were amongst the most supportive students in the course, even in the hardest and most physically demanding exercises. I enjoyed Brecon as well. Lovely place!! Respects from Brazil! 🇧🇷🇬🇧

[@copferthat]

A truly unique team, the British and the Gurkhas. Born out of history, such a team could never be forged again, anywhere. We rightly applaud our Gurkhas but we should give ourselves a round of applause too

[@haydonditchburn2194]

Self praise is never a good recommendation. Be humble, it has much greater respect.

[@wor53lg50]

Only gorkha have this battle march music speeded up, no other regiment is this afforded too...

[@copferthat]

@@haydonditchburn2194 Try self acknowledgement, if it makes you feel any humbler

[@TheArgieH]

​@@wor53lg50 Are you sure? I thought it was also used by the Rifles.

[@wor53lg50]

@@TheArgieH fair point but i dont even think the micks march as quick as that...even the band song gets speeded up...

[@davebloke829]

Everyone I have known is a lovely person!

[@fnln544]

As an American soldier, the Gurkas have great goodness and pride. To so blessedly represent the Crown and their country. Honor.

[@kevinworrall231]

Respect these men so much salute them all

[@weeddegree]

Brits and the Nepalese, great combo.. warrior culture.

[@nigelhamilton815]

We are so lucky to have friends like this. Special people.

[@bbsrawat5414]

क़िस्मत से देखने को मिला धन्यवाद

[@tedge19]

God bless them 🙏

[@whyamihere2250]

love for the gurkhas from Tibet.

[@La-hang_Meyangbo]

The bravest warriors of world

[@JumpingFlapjack]

Ladys an Gentleman we see one off the best infanterieunits in the World. Everyone of these Soldiers is trained on the highest level. And they tackle every Task on every Terrain and combatground you can that you can imagine. At least that's what they said, and I'm inclined to take their word for it. I had the chance to train with them twice on a maneuver during my active military time years ago and although we as German Panzerggrenadiere (German armored Infanterie) are also a good unit (even back then), i have great respect for the Gurkhas' skills, they are really good disciplined fighters.

[@patricialivingston5349]

I love the Gurkhas, and they don't mess around with their marches. As my grandmother and parents would say when we were growing up, always walk briskly to indicate you have somewhere to go. Never stop suddenly when doing so, as this may inconvenience those walking behind you. The Gurkhas are a magnificent example of intelligence, focus and controlled energy. They are magnificent soldiers with an incredible history.

[@GgRty-l1i]

Very nice ragamaiant ghorkha 🇳🇵/ 🇬🇧 in England . And keep peace and keep peacefull in your family and your member thanku in from napal 💐🙏🪔🕊️🕉️ 🇺🇳 / 🇳🇵

[@paulsmith3487]

Smart soldiers,excellent discipline!

[@janbuikema8941]

Awesome!!!!!! Respect!!!!!!!

[@neilsimpson3181]

Wonderful soldiers

[@MikeWellington-w7j]

Great and fearless soldiers. Britain's proud of them!

[@johnturner8383]

Brave soldiers, well done lads.

[@pixie706]

I lived in Brecon for many years and don't remember a parade like this ever happening.

[@victorhoe2321]

From being defeated by the Nepalese fighters to todays' defender of the British Commonwealth. My late father, witnessed the slaughter of Chinese, Indian and Gurkhas forces, fighting the Japanese in Hong Kong, BCC.

[@ginettechiverton7113]

The Fantastic Gurkhas.

[@ronti2492]

Tell you what, I would not want to meet a Gurkha head on in a confined space, close-quarter battle....say your prayers if you have time mate, your head is going to get skewered. Brecon is a top place and the I found the best place to get confused for a Gurkha: I am an Australian soldier of Asian descent and when I was on exchange in Catterick and Brecon , now 10 years ago this year, I would always get confused, quite understandably, for a Gurkha. We wear a slouch hat as our standard head dress but it differs significantly in the 'bash' ( Gurkha hats are much higher and look stiffer) plus the giveaway is we place a corps metal badge on the pugaree at the front, middle ( I note the Gurkha pugarees are unadorned at the front). AYO GURKHALI!!!!

[@dambargurung3406]

proud Gurkha

[@sfcretired1166]

Some of the, if not the, most dangerous soldiers in the world. This old soldier has nothing but respect for them and has never heard anything but good about them. I was told that even the SAS, arguably a dangerous bunch, does not want to tangle with the Gurkha.

[@GoannaArchibald-Reid]

Exceptional, beautiful and amazing❤❤

[@joseph_pun]

Filling very proud 🇳🇵🇳🇵

[@samyohang401]

Proud of Gurkha v Good

[@viorelpiscanu9425]

Very good! Indian Army has also such regiments, well known for their endeavors during WW2 against Imperialist Japan!?

[@admiralbenbow5083]

If looks were ever deceptive it is here. This regiment has a FEARSOME reputation on the battlefield. If you find yourself facing these guys in a war situation you have a very big and most likely terminal problem on your hands. They will tear you apart.

[@tulrai4324]

Great job 👏

[@umadeshpande9686]

Very energetic

[@Leo452-wl4tj]

Respekt und Anerkennung aus Deutschland 👋Eine Super Truppe 💫

[@thedogman14]

Ahhh...the magnificent Gurka's. I had the privilege of service with them (Australian Army). They were the finest soldiers I knew. The girls in this video were just beautiful and honoured their country.

[@neilkipling9123]

Heroes All but still fighting for equal pension rights.

[@archiebald4717]

No they are not. They have had equal pay , benefits and pensions for years.

[@neilkipling9123]

I wish you could show me? They were on Hunger Strike last year for equal pensions.

[@T4kgamer.]

Jay Mahakali ayo Gorkhali❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@vanpallandt5799]

Interesting how many medals the bandsmen have

[@jeffdady864]

Good soldiers, glad there on our side ,

[@billblair3941]

Gurkhas, best soldiers in the world!!!

[@12dougreed]

Great guys . We first had contact with them in Hong Kong new territories. Our almost daily run from Dodwells Ridge to Gallipoli barracks. They did all the demonstrations at the Jungle Warfare School Kota Tingi And the many joint opps in Sarawak. Anyone here remember?? I always remember asking them what it was like in Borneo? The answer was not what I expected. Too much rain , always wet ! Nothing about the contacts they had with the enemy , just about the weather. Mind you they were right about that we were always wet through.

[@66Soupy]

I love the Ghurkas. Fantastic soldiers, shame they aren;t appeciated as such.

[@imamba1]

That's a strange remark and in my opinion not true at ll. I have seen and heard nothing but the greatest respect for them from every quarter of the world, including their enemies.

[@gigmcsweeney8566]

They are more than appreciated. They are loved and respected as the bravest of the brave.

[@LeggieGlasgow]

I think the OP is referring to the disgrace that these men have served and died for the Uk but the government would not grant them the things refugees expect off successive governments like living in the UK permanent even 1 who won the VC in battle.I know they are allowed to now but so many were sent back don't even think they got the same amount of army pension as UK veterans the most they got was a clean drinking well built .Joana lumleys dad was a officer serving with the gurkhas she campaigned tirelessly for them.We should be kicking all the lazy good for nothing refugees out that sneak across the channel and give the resource's spent on them to the people of nepal.

[@tomdickens5731]

The respect they deserve is unique ❤😮

[@martinxxxmartin]

So amazing.

[@peterwhitaker4038]

the Argentinian conscripts in the 1982 Falklands war were terrified of meeting Ghurkhas. they were told they would have their heads cut off by them. how right they were.

[@burntbacon7995]

These dwarfs never came to Ireland. Wonder why...

[@w.reidripley1968]

@@burntbacon7995 Oo! Oo!... there weren't enough mountains. And the Scots wouldn't let them have any!

[@davebooth5655]

Dangerous Soldiers the Gurkha's, I remember them being smart and polite when I was on guard at Keogh Barracks, but on the field enemy units have simply surrendered rather than fight them, the Argantinians soon had there arms up in the Falklands. Read about Sgt DiDipprasad Pun in Afghanistan!

[@jacobkeppler1984]

Regimental band pipes and drums Gurkhas rifles 💂‍♀️🇬🇧

[@BobSchofield-el4hj]

I'd fight with them!..real warriors...old school..salute

[@abduljabbarabduljabbar4899]

Happy 🐣 Easter wishes

[@kihyunkim3452]

Amazing solidiers !!!!

[@shivharigurung174]

Breave of the brevest Gurkhas

[@nialllee2695]

Very special men ,honour ingegrity ,loyalty and indominateble spirit, Ayo Ghurkali brother

[@simongardiner949]

As the Task Force sailed in 1982, the news programme carried a very long shot of Ghurkhas preparing to mount the ship's gangplank. Why such a long shot of them I wondered - of course it was for 'consumption' in Buenos Aires!

[@worldcooking]

So spectacular!

[@chandradewan5127]

Love you Gurkhas

[@kamitamang6640]

jai nepal jai gorkha

[@geoffmitchell6515]

Bring back the bugles to front the band. Well done the Ghurkas

[@deepakgurung2202]

Jai ho 🙏🙏🏻

[@TheDusty1212]

An outstanding regiment

[@Taffwildmanofthewoods]

Bloody marvelous 👌