High Quality: March past slow trooping colour practice 28th May 2011.avi

[@jkirchman79]

What amazes me is that all of these men are active duty military and when they aren't participating in ceremonies such as this, they are fighting in Afghanistan. Some of them have undoubtedly lost comrades and friends in the war and yet they still have the focus and dedication to participate in the Trooping of the Colour. The UK is fortunate to have such men on their side. Very impressive, indeed.

[@Bdcorpuschristi]

You have such a splendid military culture. I can hardly wait to return to Britain to see more. We in the USA love you guys.

[@mjg3272]

Every military has a culture.

[@isaiahthemayor]

im African-American ..and i love how England still carry on their traditions ..and have military parades and so on ..i wish we had more military parades in the U.S...both countries are great

[@alohakakahiaka]

This is Magnificent! It must make people proud and honored just to be there in person to witness the awesomeness of this. Wow, thank you recording this!

[@transonicbuoy1]

Thanks mate. From a Brit in Japan. Your ships and vast power make the world a better place. Cheers son.

[@emptyangel]

@Robinmuk It's when the ensign lowers the colour when the eyes right command is given during the march past in slow time and then brings it back up to the carry position on the command of eyes front. And yes, amazing how they change from one march to another so seamlessly!

[@emperoryu2000]

You guys are the best marchers in the world! We Canadians have to settle for second.

[@andyrick123]

These drills were perfected for the battlefield. Moving to recall the hundreds who have preceded these brave lads into battle during the past four hundred odd years.

[@gavsky23]

Excellent quality, the boots in unison are quite mesmerising! Thanks for taking the time to film and upload it, those of us who can't go really appreciate it.

[@AlexanderRuin]

The Brits have already perfected the Art of War, along with the Germans and French. There's nothing left to do but refine our militaries into something more than a mass of high school dropouts, into something more than what the US military tends to be. There's a reason why there was a German saying that went "I would rather fight ten angry Americans than one happy Canadian". There's also a reason why we, the Axis, respected the Commonwealth nations more than the US.

[@Coldstreamer17]

Ha ha, I feel bad for the Welsh Guards Sergeant at the far end when they mark time, he keeps going :P

[@Metrolivia1]

wow wow wow...Makes me so proud to be British when I see our guys & gals put on such a splendid performance after risking their lives in a war zone. Just brilliant....and I hope they know just how much the Public appreciate their gift.

[@xetalq]

What's so very stirring is to realise is that this drill originates from a time in centuries past, when British soldiers could and did carry out these complex manoeuvres in the face of the enemy, taking casualties under heavy fire, without wavering or flagging. And what particularly used to impress both British allies and enemies alike was the fact that all this was done in with total silence and discipline in the ranks ... it must have been an intimidating prospect for any enemy to face.

[@cschulze19904]

WOW...Most impressive!!! I've always loved British ceremony and culture. Thank God we're allies!

[@Royalhighlander]

Ex Black Watch here.. trooped for the Queen Mother years ago.. very special.. will allway remember and cherish those days..

[@Geriatric_Gaming]

Fantastic display. Thank you for showing this. Ignore specom below as he is a fool, troll and ignoramus. As a US Army Cavalryman who served in Iraq, I have nothing but the highest respect for the UK forces. They are true professionals and this display just demonstrates it in another way. Thank you United Kingdom and your outstanding military. You are the US closest alias and I hope that we are your closest alias too.

[@1chish]

No apology needed my friend. We know that the vast majority of Americans respect the UK and who we are and appreciate we have a shared history but like two brothers who had a falling out and then reconciled we now have our own separate identities and ways of doing things but retain that basic kinship. No one can take away that shared history, the blood we have shed together in foreign lands in the cause of freedom and the values we share. God Bless America, God save the Queen.

[@elliswilliams6844]

Make no mistake. Professional soldiers to any measure. Nothing but the greatest respect.

[@coldstreamer6252]

The guy at the far left (Company Quartermaster Sergeant) (farthest) says "Right Sir" and they do a left form, than once they are formed up the Company Sergeant Major (Closest Guy) says "Right Sir" meaning the line can advance and is dressed..

[@redbaroniii]

Good Grief, you are absolutely correct. My poor aged eyes couldn't see the small things what with the big hats. Thanks for straightening out this seasoned Yank.

[@RDYS]

Nice video. Really liked the shots of the footwork. I am always amazed that the move a whole troupe forward with about half moving at the oblique and they still move smartly off in the new direction together. Nicely done.

[@BellaSerena13]

Congrats on the Queen's Jubilee! wish I could join you in the UK for the festivities!

[@Pre114]

Though their marching steps are not perfectly synchronized, they really do have great music and the best uniform in the world today. I like their slow marching steps, and the slow marches that come with.

[@michaelmclou2356]

actually he said the british soldier is scum, a beggar and scoundrel. but by god there is no finer fighting man. i served in the scots guards for nine years and did this parade four times. (when i was'nt in Northern Ireland) but thanks for your sentiments. poor lads are still bleeding and dying in afganistan

[@MrMurf46]

I served in the 1st btn Scots Guards from 82-89, the boys looked brilliant in this clip. Thanks.

[@AgressorNation]

Awesome video. I find it quite enjoyable to see such a fine display of military discipline. Much respect to the British Guard Regiments.

[@mcording]

iv been to this like 6 times in a row i love it

[@Fishfingers232]

not just for show as most people believed, this kinda marching and drilling was VERY important during the Napoleonic wars, large groups of men had to maintain strict discipline and march in lines everywhere. They had to turn as a group to face threats and change formations as necessary very quickly.

[@wilhard45]

Sorry old bean but the US does have some magnificent drill units. The US Marines are highly honored for their silent drill team and the Marine Band. The Army has their ceremonial guards for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. What we don't have is glitzy ceremony like the trooping of the colour. However, I would match the Marine display at the Iwo Jima Memorial against any other nation and know our Marines shine as brightly as any other country.

[@LEXREW]

A truly gentlemens march i say..many thanks from commonwealth countries-Malaysia

[@TanjihShou]

This is marvellous...You certainly can be proud to be British. Greetings from Germany

[@Xeta3]

The red coats, the true soldiers that made England great.

[@rolojosia72]

It's the Scots Guards trooping, and you wonder why we had a referendum.

[@Martin69362]

+rolojosia72 ? for you,, when were the "3rd Guards" formed, and which army have they belonged too the longest?

[@rolojosia72]

+Martin69362 1642 and the British army. Not an English one.

[@Martin69362]

British Army was formed in 1707

[@rolojosia72]

+Martin69362 Yes and the Scots Guards can trace their lineage back to the Marquis of Argyll Regiment formed on the Scottish establishment in 1642. Before the act of union.

[@andygray7542]

im a ex Gren -Guard from along time ago .but it makes me very proud to see them young lads.the pride of our great infantry regiments that we as a country are lucky to have .HOW I HATE THE CUTS

[@stephencressey1]

Forget the politics,respect the guts of the men in uniform.

[@commodoregirl08]

Looks easy doesn't it..? It isn't.. the long slow beat of the drums.. but it makes a man feel proud to be an Englishman....

[@neville592]

Geoff Stevenson haha lucky this was only a practice and not the real thing

[@francom1499]

You should proud to be british in this instance not english

[@camrenwick]

British

[@OldDunollieman]

Terrific vid. I was in 1st. Bn. Scots Guards in the 60's served in Malaysia & Borneo , fond memories!

[@flammabletube]

I wonder how many of these men have only just returned from active duty in all parts of the world I saw a video of guardsmen who paraded the Queens colour within about 2 or 3 days after returning from Afghanistan very well done to all those who serve from all nations may you all return safely

[@SteffiReitsch]

The British have the best,most classy military pageantry of any country! So professional,such pride.I love the way the sergeant shouts the orders. And so impressive in those beautiful red uniforms and tall black hats.The country that's the most boring: America. Their marching consists of just walking with no style,some of them out of step. Their specialty is twirling and tossing their rifles all around. Yay for Great Britain.

[@thebazza100]

wow!!!! so fantasticly put together , great quality too :D

[@semajbronson21]

March Past in Slow Time: Garb of Old Gaul (Scots Guards) Scipio (Grenadier Guards) Men of Harlech (Welsh Guards) Figaro (Coldstream Guards) Balmoral Castle (2nd Neutral Slow March)

[@MaxKOdu]

What an honor that must be... I have nothing to do with our military but my god I would be over the moon to participate in this awesome performance!

[@sylvie7able]

Thanks for the video watching the feet was great ,its something you only see if you are there fantastic ....and so right impressive .

[@larson726]

Proud to be a Brit, these men march with pride

[@1Gsajer]

I really enjoy the depth of British military tradition. There is honor, disciple and dignity in it. Any negetive political comments are repugnant.

[@GwB1967AR]

You've got a Great Army and a Great Country. i hope one day to say the same about mine.

[@DrumsTheWord]

Fascinating!

[@yesindeed155]

NATO baby a force to be reckoned with to my brothers across the Atlantic!! Love from the USA may our countries continued to be united!

[@Robinmuk]

@emptyangel I wish I knew what that was.. I've always wanted to see exactly how the bands change tune in the middle of phrases and how it's signalled etc. They don't show you that on the telly every year, what's the Ensign's flourish and recover?

[@chandycastle7522]

Perfect timing on the foot work

[@edwardlo4167]

GOD SAVE THE QUEEN

[@gturbitt]

UP THE REPUBLIC!

[@Ishmachiah]

***** Ireland and France are right next door, head on over.

[@riotagus]

***** UP THE PORK PIE !

[@patriot4786]

but why many people in Britain dont believe in a God but they say "god save the queen" lol

[@francom1499]

@@patriot4786 i think that its doing sonething right because she doesnt seem to be going anywhere anytime soon

[@SwingKid148]

@Robinmuk It is the lowering and then raising of the colour. When you looked to your right both times you missed it ;)

[@FFAGrimReaper]

@Ghahu I take your point. You may not be aware that their uniforms are ever-changing too! Whilst they are steeped in tradition, the designs are actually modern. Anyway, I personally think the SA80 A2 is a pretty weapon, so maybe I'm biased!

[@SILVERCLOUD141]

Great as always God Save the Queen.

[@lawdennis3801]

Garb of old Gaul is just addictive

[@keilahdemarco2698]

Law Dennis Very much

[@Royalhighlander]

I served with the Black Watch years ago and trooped for the Queen Mother... what a job and what an experience

[@dibble419]

@ickytobias The first Guard (Escort to the Colour) are Scots Guards. But they are all good -Scotsmen, Englishmen, Irishmen and Welshmen and lets not forget our Guardsmen from the Commonwealth. A pleasure to watch this video.

[@TigerMilitia]

I'm so proud of the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force.

[@Royalhighlander]

when they change direction on the march was used long ago to move a large body of men in an orderly way to say cover a n open flank..lots of history to this ceremony

[@pierineri]

other armies show perfect marching machines... but these are marching gentlemen

[@Robinmuk]

Bit of a gap for the last group.. sorry about the sound and the repeating at the end.. software! trying to get the best possible quality sound and video.

[@1chish]

Indeed they do and in doing so pay honour to the fallen, respect to their Country, Flag and traditions. Exactly we Brits do what we do albeit in a different way simply because our history is longer. Doesn't make one better or worse than the other but sadly KZbin does seem to attract those who like to say that. As I am ex RAF can I recommend the RAF Regiment Silent Drill Routine. As exact as the USMC version but all pure drill movements. Royal Marines 'Beating Retreat' is always worth a look.

[@Benjd0]

Yeah the song from Zulu starts at 2:06. There's 4 guards regiments there on parade, they play each of their regimental slow marches as they march past the queen. I think the order it was here was the Scots guards, Grenadier guards, Welsh guards and Coldstream guards.

[@slimjim123oo]

OH! Here comes the bagpipes! Nope...

[@Momo5775]

Love from your neighbours the French! Vive le Royaume-Uni!

[@Kay82Schmidt]

@Robinmuk A good-looking march, an attractive pace. I too like the boots. Did your software blur the faces for privacy? Didn't know that could be done for such a large group in motion. Thanks for filming, showing to us.

[@Cmdrcheswee]

Start my Guards course 17th Feb, can't wait

[@redbaroniii]

True but it would look better with a bayonet. But it is not fitted for one, or is it?

[@rigamarrow]

The transatlantic cousins are proud to have such excellent comrades i arms.

[@sodjerdave]

This was Right Flank of the 1st Btn Scots Guards trooping the colour, SUPERB!

[@motorvating]

You are dude, you are. I'm ex Cavalry as well, served in the 9th 12th Royal Lancers performing armoured recon.

[@martialmusic]

If you run this through the new enhancements area on youtube video it will remove the shakiness! GREAT video.

[@dibble419]

@rulebritannia1 This is a rehearsal. The Troop takes place on the Saturday nearest the 12th of June in the presence of Her Majesty. Filming of the boots is excellent.

[@xetalq]

I had the opportunity to chat with WW2 German soldiers, including a couple who had fought not just in France (1940), but on the Eastern Front (against the Russians), and in North Africa (against British, Commonwealth & US troops), and then again in Normandy (against British, Commonwealth and US troops again) before being captured in 1944. And they all said very much the same thing as you say above.

[@PlutoniusX]

Lets be Candid. Without assistance from the United States in supplies (food, oil) and military armaments there is a good chance the British would not have held up. This is also in addition to US volunteers in the RAF. I don`t know who started this discussion but the victory in World War 2 was a fuckin team effort. People always want to rattle swords..........

[@akarpowicz]

This is a dress rehearsal.. How many hours of practice went on before this because - dang -they are good.

[@brianlion9494]

Princess charlotte Elizabeth Diana's first regiment of foot. Would love to be in that battalion. Great name for our newest princess. That sounds great for a military regiment me thinks

[@robholloway6829]

Brian Likings Won't be her name for long, though. My bet's on Queen Charlotte of Denmark...

[@xetalq]

As close to total silence as makes no difference - Napoleon commented on the record to this very effect. In referring to "... that article there ..." (meaning the rank-and-file British soldier), the precise quote from the 1st Duke of Wellington was: "They are the scum of the Earth. 'Tis amazing we have made them the fine fellows that they are."

[@leonreaper90]

(I'm British btw before I comment): i wanna see our army in size, Gurkhas, Cold steam Guards,Black Watch troops,RAF pilots and Royal Green Jackets(reinacted regiment) all marching together to show our history throughout the centuries

[@01RobinB]

well that 'walking with style' got us an empire around the world, goose stepping has not got anybody very far really, history is the proof. besides a stern person marching briskily with a sense of purpose is much more imposing than a man trying to contort himself when marching, it's just hilarious to watch haha lol

[@Someloke8895]

@greeniegk I believe it's "Right sir!"

[@edwardlo4167]

Black soldiers with red uniform look great as well！！

[@flagoftheoldworld]

does anyone know the name of the tune that starts at 1:38?

[@semajbronson21]

Scipio by Handel The Slow March of The Grenadier Guards

[@AlexanderRuin]

Yes, that I won't argue, but the the western front troops didn't exactly live up to German standards at the beginning of the war. I personally hate the USSR, but the war in the east sapped most of our strength. It wasn't the Russians themselves, as I value a British soldier far above a Russian, but the weather didn't give us quite as much hell in the west. The Russian momentum was hard to stop when Russians were pumping out ten times the tanks we were per day.

[@Royalhighlander]

Are these the Welsh Guards?? The one tune sounds like the song they sang in the movie ZULU ??

[@blakeyonthebuses]

The rest of the world watch and admire!

[@sylviekell]

Did anyone else notice the one soldier at the end at 4:37 who makes a mistake? He continues to march forward, then realized that he was supposed to stop and mark time, so he goes backwards into place again? This is why they have to practice these ceremonies.

[@MrMistyJazz]

This is why New Zealand will always stand next to our awesome fucking ally - Great Britain . Cheers mate from New Zealand

[@ItsjustJust516]

This must be the rehearsal since the real trooping the colour takes place in 12th of june

[@fod1855]

There are 3 parades normally, 2 rehearsals. One is reviewed by the GOC London (a Major General), the 2nd by a royal colonel (Prince William this year) then finally by the Queen ;)

[@user-ir7os6wh1w]

It was the major general's review. Drum Majors are in tunic, not state dress

[@connorkenway6049]

This is why I CAN"T hate GREAT BRITAIN. They look so adorable with their awesome (I don't know what they are called...sorry) hats. I went to England one time and I saw them do the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. I compared to American Changing of the Guard at the Tomb on the Unknown Soldier, really brilliant. What a great Allie to have.

[@43mrssimba]

''Stunning'' Performance!!!

[@1chish]

Well not when they are played by the Irish. Or the Ghurkhas. Or the Indian Army. Or the Pakistan Army. Or when American and Canadian bands play them. The glorious skirl of the bagpipes is an international sound these days my friend and long may it be so.

[@URKKfdf]

epic...simply epic. I wish that we (Finns) would dare to have one of the parades of the old, good, preussian way - and befor some dick gets all asshole about my typos, I must admit, that I'm drunk at the time!

[@Aesop059]

Good camera work mate

[@2529john]

Take off the silly hats and red tunics...and just see what these guys REALLY do..they're the BEST OF THE BEST!!

[@grooverheliboy]

This is all about DISCIPLINE BEARING AND PROUDNESS to wear the uniform. NO OTHER COUNTRY in the world can beat Brits for POMP PAGEANTRY AND SHOW MANSHIP..

[@rainbowsixODST]

Okay what pesent were throwing bags of rice at us?

[@AlexanderRuin]

You misunderstood me. I was talking about American History. I love the Brits, I wish the US would have stayed a colony.

[@AlexanderRuin]

I can't argue with that. I myself tend to respect all of my peoples' enemies, both past and present, but I just can't look upon the Soviets in the same way as I look at a commonwealth, French, and any other Allied soldier. They had too little regard for the unspoken rules of war (not saying that Hitler and his pet OSS always respected those).

[@brettpatrickXVI]

What is the name of the music they are marching to? It's a great piece of music!!!

[@sodjerdave]

Fair one it must just go down to Right Flank being the Premier company within both Btn's! ;-)