IRISH GUARDS GOING TO IRAQ

This is The Ist Battalian Irish Guards at Aldershot Camp leaving Church after receiving Gods blessing of safety as they set off for Iraq in 2007.....Truly Men and Women of Caurage and Conviction.....How Many have Returned to those they Love...We owe them more than we will ever know........

[@carloshannon2989]

I was gonna on this parade. Remember it like yesterday. lost two great guys in my platoon on that tour. You can see one on the video. RIP Chris and Rederz. Will never forget you. See you on the re org

[@IncognitoUnknown-fc2tu]

and remember about 1 million iraqi people died because of your invasion.

[@liamhughes7715]

Ib Igne Ignum shut the fuck up rn u feeble minded piece of shit these were great people

[@IncognitoUnknown-fc2tu]

@@liamhughes7715 well, too bad too few died of your kind there.((

[@liamhughes7715]

Ib Igne Ignum people like you make me glad Iraq was invaded

[@zachbedson2804]

@@IncognitoUnknown-fc2tu Get out of here you fool, we took your dodgy weapons off you the first time and liberated you from your gov the second, be bloody well grateful

[@mkgroupuk]

Two never returned amongst this lot. RIP

[@kenmarriott6816]

Everyone gave something. Some gave everything

[@theconeegames]

RIP

[@robertbronecke2397]

Very sad !!!! Rip my brothers and sisters who gave their all in the fight for humanity.

[@coryxkenshinclips9704]

My uncle Chris Casey never forgotten

[@mkgroupuk]

@@coryxkenshinclips9704 I knew him, not well. But we worked together. Legend. QS

[@miguelbernardo6683]

Well disciplined soldiers, it doesn´t matter under which flag they serve, Irish for ever god bless them all

[@johnozard]

You are correct...fighting for Good seems blurred these days...

[@pragmatic1ultramagnetic202]

+Miguel Bernardo They're not Irish. They're British.

[@jaydeyvanmourik5240]

God bless zen Black Watch.

[@Marc-kr8pc]

Adam Smyth But most of them especially the ones from Northern Ireland would class themselves as British rather than Irish as it is part of the UK.

[@timothy9434]

There are many Irish, even republicans in the South, who also still feel they are also British. Not politically but culturally. Just because one is a loyal and patriotic Irish citizen does not mean one denies history or hates their neighbours who share the British Isles with them! One can love both Ireland and her sisters. I would never concede one inch of Irish independence but I can still admire and respect the Queen and cherish the many good historical and present ties that bind us.

[@richardkennedy3846]

Ireland always produces the very best - The Royal Ulster Rifles, The Royal Irish Fusiliers, The Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers etc. etc. ... Alexander, Montgomery, Brooke, Dill, Templer ...

[@dvrn86]

Duke of Wellington and Robert Ross also.

[@justinneill5003]

The Connaught Rangers (“Devil’s Own”)

[@oliverhannon7953]

The Connaught Rangers

[@LiamHickey2967]

The royal Munster fueselliers as well, (sorry if got the third part of the names spelling wrong.)

[@jamesdeery5377]

@@LiamHickey2967 The other regiments were the Royal Irish Regiment, the Leinster Regiment, The Royal Dublin Fusiliers and The South Irish Horse

[@jimbobjimminy]

GWAN BOYS! My grandfather, from the Irish Republic, served in the Irish Guards and I'm very proud of the effort you guys put in for us.

[@loyalistmusiclyrics2765]

🇬🇧🟥⬜️❤️🟩🟦🇬🇧

[@austinmoore7328]

Great respect ,🍀🇮🇪

[@seanpendulum5121]

My dad too....two years with the regiment 1940-42. But never left Hobbs Barracks!

[@rifleman1122]

cheers from the U.S. I love how they march off from church to the tune of "Whiskey in the Jar"

[@nafanarefour4564]

I like how the band is playing whiskey in the jar, one of my favorite Irish folk songs

[@BenDavis-dz7qs]

I'm an American of Irish decent. Thank you all for your sacrifice

[@glenvalley4326]

Irish Guards band always play the best tunes.

[@djharto4917]

As an Irish man born and raised in the Republic of Ireland im proud I had family who served in the micks.

[@DeneQuigley-wf2kn]

Didn't we all in times gone by.

[@jaybee4636]

It was said of the Guards in WW2 : They knew how to die like men. However the Irish Guards knew how to kill like men.

[@wadk78]

makes me proud as an irishman to see serving members of both religions standing and marching shoulder to shoulder.

[@loyalistmusiclyrics2765]

💙👉🇬🇧👈💚

[@rorymac7714]

@@loyalistmusiclyrics2765 So, they are still Irish! Even though some Ulster men like to claim they are not Irish, which is rediculous

[@AmethystDew]

@@rorymac7714 Honestly, I'm northern and I think of myself as both British and Irish.

[@rorymac7714]

@@AmethystDew I have no problem with that. But I find it ridiculous for an Northern Irishman to claim he is not Irish. I was born in England to Irish parents, was educated here at boarding school and universities. I am proud to call myself Irish as I have no English blood in me. But because born here and married to an English woman my loyalties lie to England. Though I always check on rugger and foot ball results to see Ireland International results

[@tjclarke1892]

@@rorymac7714 I don't considering many are continually told they aren't irish and that they are planters

[@AbandonEarth911]

What a fine irish Wolfhound.

[@rockape560]

got to love the irish sense of humour..going to fight in iarq while playing whisky in the jar

[@rustykilt]

After all, it is the National Anthem....

[@Seanflanagan7]

@@rustykilt No it isn’t.

[@winterwolf9797]

@@Seanflanagan7 it’s a joke mate 😂

[@carterjones8126]

You can't find a better song to raise morale than an old folk song.

[@paulbarker8015]

Brings a tear to the eye may almighty God bless our soldiers volunteers who serve our nation with pride and devotion God save the queen

[@jessicarabbit290]

Whiskey in the Jar? Now that's the spirit! Love it. :)

[@athena5573]

jessicarabbit290 bloody good song.

[@alexweatherburn4390]

Well done the ‘Micks’ one of the five great foot Guards Regiments, band of brothers. (Coldstream veteran).

[@TinyArts]

Proudest dog on earth ! Bless the irish !

[@alastairmurray5225]

Whiskey in the Jar and With me shillelagh under me Arm two great old Irish tunes arranged for marching by a great Irish regiment, brilliant !

[@teller1290]

When does the 2d tune begin during this clip...at 1:33? Also, what rank or position is the man with came under his who appears a couple times near edge of screen at about 1:32? I notice that the berets appear to be of both green and a more olive it brown color in the same regiment. Is that due to different roles, specialties or do my eyes deceive me? And right at the end of the formation there's a segment of soldiers wearing much darker uniforms than the rest. Just curious. Thx.

[@billsweeny1682]

Whiskey in the Jar & I'm Off to Philadelphia in the Morning, the Band Master had a sense humour.

[@Bobk857]

You gotta love a professional, honored unit that marches off to Whiskey In the Jar. So proud that I am part Irish.

[@sokar90805]

Makes me proud to be Irish!

[@Princeton5]

@@sokar90805yeah but you know this is the British army no offence

[@demurphy9002]

I don't know how I came across this clip but as a veteran of some 25 years service and an Irishman it brought a tear to my eye even though it was a while ago, but I have always had a soft spot for the Irish Guards and even though I just missed the Iraq conflict I always prayed to myself for the safe return of all personnel,sadly some gave their all and may whichever god you pray to bless 'em all.

[@Radio4ManLeics]

Brave lads all. God bless em

[@surefoot4x4x4]

Thank you for your service in the coalition. As a former US soldier I respect the Armed services of a combined force. Thanks for the assistance. Get home safely.

[@davidsweeney4021]

What a bloody impressive unit!

[@ms51472]

This is indeed inspirational. Our thoughts and prayers go with and stay with men like these - bravely doing their duty to God and country! Be proud, Royal Irish Regiment! America stands with you always.

[@Insperato62]

These are the Irish Guards not the Royal Irish Regiment.

[@teller121]

@@Insperato62 I just noticed on here that this video is 14 yrs old. I then noticed the video that is 13 yrs old that shows the return of the "Royal Irish Regiment;" NOT these same guys, as you stated. What's the difference exactly, pls? Thx.

[@jameslynch7826]

The Micks were in Munster with us. Irish Hussars and Irish Guards in same battlegroup. Plus 17/21 Lancers. Great memories. Good lads.

[@JuanPowerball]

They played Whiskey in the Jar very well. I love the Irish Wolfhound at the beginning.

[@averylividmoose3599]

He's called Derek

[@tunaboy1986]

This is awesome! i cant say how many times i've watched now.. great marching tunes!! Well done to all boys fighting the good fight! God bless from australia!

[@marykinsella417]

Blessings in the name of Jesus❤😂

[@TheBlueb0ttle]

The Micks are brilliant and the seargent major looks the dog's bollix. That is what the British Army is all about . Micks, Taffs, Jocks and us.......any time.

[@Simping4cats]

dear god their sharp! I almost feel sorry for the Taliban that such an awesome force was sent in to engage them... almost being the KEY word. As an American and a Submariner I have to say I have the greatest respect for the UK and Ireland. You guys kick ass in everything ya do... not only that you guys march better than we do

[@NanaBonny]

I'm 66 years old and just found out I'm Irish. With tears in my eyes, I feel so very proud to be Irish.

[@user-eh8oo4uh8h]

lmao

[@Princeton5]

I’m from Your pants

[@il9237]

I found out years ago that I'm not Irish. Makes me even prouder.

[@rayfarrell8618]

Whiskey In The Jar, now there's a tune to march off to war to !! Ya !!

[@justinneill5003]

And you get a name-check in the song, as it's based on the main character (a Highwayman) having a run-in with British army officer Captain Farrell! Local highwaymen holding up English landlords were considered national heroes in 17th century Ireland, so marching to this tune in the British army of today just shows how far we have come.

[@AbandonEarth911]

Soldiers of all lands unite.

[@imedi]

as i was goin over the cork and kerry mountains i spied captain farrell and his money he was counting lol great tune i think the irish have the best marching tunes

[@paulbarker6004]

Les we forget ,At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them we will remember them

[@phubai67]

You simply have to love it.....marching to "Whisky In The Jar". I wish some of our cavalry squadrons and regiments had participated in a send off like this when they deployed.

[@happygael]

phubai67 they used to. but it is no longer politically correct to do so.

[@MichaelGsTar132]

+happygael How so?

[@gillianmcmullan6945]

GOD BLESS EVERY SINGLE ONE....THANKYOU FOR YOUR SERVICE ...THE BRAVE XXX

[@johnnyshilo]

One of the best on You Tube, thank you for reposting it,God Bless them all

[@gioPHL]

Those troops and that band are TOP NOTCH!

[@happygael]

They have the borderline insolence and the bearing of true fighting men.

[@happygael]

They are truly elite soldiers. They are also the only regiment in the Brit Army that, upon returning from a campaign is allowed to go to church (mass) before reporting to the Queen. This stipulation was written into the agreement when the unit was formed. It is a traditionally Irish Catholic regiment.

[@happygael]

The Queen mother was the honorary Commandant of the Black Watch regiment. Upon her death The Black Watch could not provide the Honor Guard for her Funeral. (They are not a Guards Regiment.) They asked the Irish Guards to provide the Honor Guard for her funeral and the Procession. The Guards stood in for them at the funeral.

[@MrScall35]

The Irish Guards were always the choice for the Queen Mother's funeral procession. She had no official appointment to them but they were her favourite. She called them her soldiers, her boys, such was her affinity to the regiment.

[@aidy6000]

@@happygael Which is why I am dumbfounded at sectarian nonsense

[@natmikedale]

Makes the hairs stand up on the back of your head. Great stuff lads...

[@maconescotland8996]

The Irish Guards had tragically lost two soldiers in Irag in 2003. One was a Dubliner and the Irish authorities permitted his funeral party to parade in uniform - the first time since 1922 that British soldiers had been seen in Dublin.

[@xCaptMAXIMUSx]

My great grandad served with the Irish guards during ww2 :)

[@braydenquint7046]

God Bless these brave men. America has a love of the Irish and their contributions to her. Thank you for helping us.

[@rl64rl]

Awesome. God bless these soldiers.

[@teller1290]

I could march to that until I collapsed. Maybe my blood: my ancestors coming from the Old Sod.

[@Irishrogue61mak3]

God bless every one of them. They are a mix of prods & taigs.... But I repeat.... GOD BLESS EVERY ONE OF 'EM..!! LOVE YOUSE ALL..!!

[@happygael]

A proud outfit. Thanks for reposting this video.

[@CaseyPolo00]

im from the republic of ireland and i have great respect for these men and women who give their lives for a good cause!!!! Maybe not for the country their fighting for (excluding people from northern ireland) but i still have great respect for them

[@johnnyshilo]

Great Video of a Great regiment, God Bless them all

[@OMFGXeno]

God bless em! Brought tears to my eyes!

[@Fhurin]

Terrorist 1: "The Irish are coming and I think they're marching to 'Whiskey in the Jar'. Shall I alert the others? " Terrorist 2: ".......Well I guess that's that then. Start writing down the terms for our surrender"

[@johnjohnston2069]

Quite simply the BEST

[@Idk037]

wish i never left the guards it was my only regiment god bless the queen

[@joecully5761]

Because the Queen is sooooooo great ftq

[@mikeyoung7660]

Same here QS

[@Lemonheart69]

All countries should be as proud as the British and farewell their troops with music and parades! BRAVO!!!

[@CharmingLordSausage]

These guys are absolute LEGENDS!

[@gamerguy980]

God bless these brave men

[@boocolor]

these are the men who served in iraq to bring a better future for the country and the rest of the world... God Bless the UK army!

[@teller121]

Love to revisit this one. It sure is evident where many of the US Army tunes of the latter half of the 19th century came from!

[@daviddrummond9277]

My favourite on KZbin and I am not Irish, simply ''real'' soldiers , some swagger and just ''style''. Finest Army on earth. Son of an MM winner with The Rifle Brigade at El Alemein 1943.

[@TinyArts]

Gotta love the irish ! Greets from your Scandinavian cuz :p

[@dbr46]

great video and music thanks for reposting it

[@Bobk857]

Marching to Whiskey in the Jar, cool.

[@aprilmorgan8133]

Being from America thanks for the support even tho didn't have to help hrooooo

[@danmartin5178]

Great!! A special mention to the disciplined dog.

[@ryanlyttle2041]

very proud of the irish guards my brother was a pipe major in the irish guards, robert lyttle

[@eddierousseau]

may God bless those brave Irishmen who volunteered to fight Fascism in Spain an Europe between 1936 and 1945 and who their own government treated badly for it. Aontaithe lena n- deartháireacha fhaisisteachais dul i ngleic

[@Alan_Mac]

How about the regiment raised in Ireland to fight for Franco? Brave boys, too?

[@eddierousseau]

A small force compared to the Irish who fought against fascism and the 10,000 German Jews who also fought in the British Army in WW2. This fight continues today.

[@eoinenglish7659]

brian david the volunteers for the Spanish republic didn't get paid unlike the 'heroes' who took the King's Shilling in WWII. Hardly comparable.

[@irishtrapper9149]

Pat Aherne LOL

[@vestty5802]

brian david lmao more fought for fascism blueshirts

[@christinadooley344]

I come from a line of Irish Guards,soooo proud ❤

[@kdh4life]

This is what we miss in the Netherlands!

[@26vino]

Exactly 🦁⚔️🇳🇱🇬🇧⚓️🦁 That's why we need a NEXIT. UK 🇬🇧 NL 🇳🇱 Commonwealth & the prodigal son 🇺🇸 US stand together against the communist globalization.

[@teller121]

@@26vino then get to it. Maybe just take out Brussels and all the snail eaters there first and speed things up.

[@seamus1956]

CAN WE PLEASE STOP THE POLITICAL FIGHTING HERE?? All of this matters not in relation to this video. Whether you agree or disagree on the reasons for going, or even what the reasons are in the first place, this is about men & women going off to fight for their country. Whether they should be going is irrelevant - they ARE going. Can't we honor them

[@Pedy1968]

This is great! God bless ~ The Soldiers!

[@avallen50]

So proud of our brave men.

[@johnturnbull8306]

Salute from this Aussie digger!

[@keesdenouden1554]

So Prode of out irish loads God bless

[@LordWellington15]

... And they marched all the way there!

[@dutchfither]

Great tune and sound but do anyone the second tune the band played for the brave man and woman tho present there country. GREAT RESPECT from the Netherlands Mart

[@SILVERCLOUD141]

Proud to be british well done lads God Save the Queen.

[@happygael]

God bless them all and their commrades in arms also

[@BellatorVindicta]

God bless Ireland!

[@GrahamClan16]

Love that the bands playing "Whisky in the Jar"!

[@briangallagher7606]

Makes me proud that I am a second generation Irishman!!!

[@christygum3384]

HEROES ! 💪🇮🇪

[@JohnDoe-fu6zt]

"Get you the sons your father's got/And God will save the Queen."

[@StonerStylophone]

omg they playing whiskey in the jar love that song

[@soulofthenorth]

You will find these Irishmen are very much British! Loyal.

[@darrenmccarthy3857]

soulofthenorth I think you will find its only a small percentage of Irishmen that claim to be British. Most from the loyalist community hate all things Irish. You most remember that our language, wolfhounds, shamrock, kilts, and songs belong to the actual Irish people....When the Guards had a large IRISH content then it would be fair to use any of these but now i think its like 11 out of 400. So not really Irish.

[@ianhutchison5600]

Well done lads. Hutchie.

[@keithjones4427]

Such brave brave men.

[@williamcushion3623]

The ‘Micks’ looking great as always

[@vikingblood0408]

Get a life!

[@eoghancarpenter8546]

Actually as an Irishman 'Mick' is used as an affectionate term towards the Irish guards. I think it's quite funny aswell!

[@vikingblood0408]

@@eoghancarpenter8546That's not what my Orange Irish Grandmother told me it meant. I didn't find humour in it.

[@mikeyoung7660]

QS

[@concernedannoyed4662]

I am Proud of Our Past and Present People in the Military (and all Branches) , But The Hope is "There" that The Future Does Not Need Any Type of Marching Out For all Those Who Have Served and Lost.... Thank You and I Hope that Tomorrow is better ! (Army Brat... Told by her father to always Remember Where you Got Your Rights From and Show Respect.) Stay Safe Everyone

[@connormclernon26]

Anyone else find it a little funny that the first song played in their march is about an Irishman robbing an Englishman?

[@MegaStonesy]

yes it was a war no one wanted to go back to..... more reason to have stayed 1st time in to see the end out

[@LineDoggie]

God bless the thin red line, from a Baghdad Vet 04-05 TF Wolfhound

[@Dutychief]

God speed Irish Guard.. Best of luck to you all.

[@rje888]

A fantastic video of a fantastic regiment

[@pat8212]

The Irish Guards.....”Qui Separabit”. the answer.... no one....

[@rifleman1122]

I want to join a regiment where I can march off to war to the tune of whiskey in the jar

[@Insperato62]

@Alec MacCnaimhin - which country hates them? Not England. Many of us acknowledge the contribution given by the Irish in fighting the French (tho' they also fought for them), then the Germans. It may confuse us as to why given our history. Some of us English are aware of what our Government did in Ireland but when someone fights beside us & is killed there is a grieving mother somewhere & that we can understand.

[@johnp556]

60%of U.S. Medal of honor winners are of Irish descent from the 1860's right up through to Iraq /Afghanistan. Men of Celtic blood, it's what they do.

[@tomaseriksson6338]

Good luck and God bless lads👏

[@conradhuhn3659]

You can tell that they are Guardsmen, arms swinging shoulder high. Con Huhn, 2nd Battalion Canadian Guards

[@tmlafrance]

Band playing Whiskey In the Jar, AWESOME!