Jonah meets Walter Mitty - Explained!

[@captaincat1743]

He did serve down South - he served me a Chicken Zinger burger once, in Croydon. Apparently he is a Colonel.

[@JonahmdbJones]

That would be the KFC at West Croydon just outside the railway station #Captain Cat!

[@digdougedy]

Special 'fried' forces?

[@bendawes1648]

Fried chicken matters

[@keplermission4947]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHTReHdsrdton80 Jonah Jones is giving us a new empathy, maybe even sympathy for those forced to endure the style of the British armed forces. I would never buy a Haig poppy after this display of arrogance. These are not his armed forces, he's just one man and thousands died from families all over. Where's his appreciation? This man Jones will turn on a fellow countryman like he wasn't. Maybe an independent school has given him a contempt for lower social classes. That old Spartan view of the Helots. "Come out ye black and tans, come out and fight me like a man Show your wife how you won medals down in Flanders Tell her how the IRA made you run like hell away From the green and lovely lanes of Killashandra Come tell us how you slew them old Arabs two by two Like the Zulus, they had spears, bows, and arrows How brave you faced one with your 16-pounder gun And you frightened them natives to their marrow." There was an Afghan war hero, one of many www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/sick-pervert-soldier-facing-jail-8920000 He did serve, he might turn out to support Jonah Jones's event. Then consider the view that only serving men are welcome. Not those they fought for. 'KNOBAH'. They didn't serve anybody but their own regiment or family and they should be ignored. No favors no respect.

[@rfj1156]

They opened one in Addington about 1 or 2 weeks ago. He got transferred to my unit a few days ago

[@IanWaterfield-rz9nu]

I have never served in the armed forces,but for 15 years i was a civilian working in a military camp. Respect to you all.

[@bigbarty8648]

I came from a very poor family. We were so poor my mother bought all my clothes at Army surplus stores. When I started school I went dressed as a Japanese Field Marshal.

[@qetoun]

lol.

[@formhubfar]

LMFAO!!!

[@wcraigburns3458]

Fkn brilliant

[@wcraigburns3458]

@Ian Concannon it's not easy getting into ex Japanese army underpants when your 13 and 13 stone . Be s struggle even for Jimmy Saville m8

[@daveandmerlin]

You got that off an Old Jeffro Joke ....Does that make you a Walter ha

[@kippersmcgee4272]

I'm former SAS. I never leave the house without a pixelated face!

[@pghudd]

I thought the SAS stopped that made you guys easier to spot 🤔

[@evilunclepaul8850]

Very wise

[@TheGiokink]

I thought that facial effect was just an allergic reaction to eating uncooked hedgehogs and slugs.

[@BigShaun]

@@pghudd I know, I actually spoke with the general of the SAS, I recommended that we should just have one long black rectangle that covers both eyes, anyone wearing it just had to use sound to get around.

[@Astarckeaners]

Easier just to remember to bring a roll of black nasty of a which a strip can be torn off and placed over the eyes when meeting civvies

[@christosshugeh9573]

I served in NI and Falklands, I am ex RE and Para reg. These people dont really bother me at all and most other lads I know aren't either. They stand out like a sore thumb. Seen them at remembrance day and the NMA and Armed Forces day. In general we put our heads together and comment on their attire then we ignore them. I have never heard anyone say they want to punch their lights out or get into an argument with them. In all honesty no one can be arsed. They must have really low self esteem and have some mental issues which I feel more sorry about than being angry.

[@mattjones9979]

My sentiments exactly!

[@KarldorisLambley]

Splendid comment. Just what i expected a member of the armed forces to say. Tbh the Americans who have pages dedicated to shaming fantasists seem nearly as tragic as the people they're exposing.

[@JonahmdbJones]

Dorian, I agree with you. As a former serviceman, I welcome any support, be it military or civilian. If someone turns up to one of our events as this chap did, he will either be ignored or spoken to in manner like how I approached him - matter of factly and as polite as is necessary.

[@alexwilliamson1486]

I can see your point with you feeling sorry for them, but there’s a little piece of me which gets very angry with it all. I’ve see blood spilt from friends and foe alike in my years in the forces, god knows I paid the price with my mental and physical health 15 years after serving, seeing these idiots proclaiming to be who they are sickens me. I personally want it to be made an offence, my medals were earned. Nice piece though, keep up the great work.

[@DTOLL9000]

i don't get people like this, if they are that obsessed with the military to go out and pretend to be a soldier, why didn't they just join up.

[@61sven]

I am not an ex-serviceman, but I had the privilege to have a drink with some ex WW2 Army Commandos after the Centotaph march past a few years ago. My mates father had served with them. They identified a Walter Mitty standing at the edge of their group. The gentlemen decided not to confront him as he was with his family and they did not wish to humiliate him. I was hugely impressed with the kindness they showed, and I must admit surprised that they were not furious. As a result these gents went up in even further in my respect, and I did not think that was possible. Heroes every one.

[@jamesclarke8726]

A different breed they guys . Top men every last one .

[@TheRealist2022]

@Sven524 This is typical of the character of these guys. Nothing phases them and their response does them credit. I'm not old enough to have served in WW2, but I did in other conflicts... this really is taking the piss out of those that never came back. If it were me, I'd have asked to have a private word with him, so that his family would not be embarrassed. I'd have told him that if I saw him again, I WOULD spill the beans. It would be up to him if he did it again. And if did, it would be HIS fault that his family would be embarrassed. But I agree, there's no need to smack him in the face... the man obviously has low self-esteem issues and nobody knows the back story to it all.

[@JohnOKeeffe-l3l]

I have served 33 years in the prison service, now retired, I have also met about 1500 prison officers who were on the balcony at the Iranian embassy! 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@offgrid8445]

Ditto. I'm retired HMPS and its amazing how many bullsh@tters join the job. Ex RM, ex SAS, ex SF and 'ooh I can't tell you that because I've signed the Official Secrets Act'. Its all b@llocks. I worked with a bloke who wore his veteran badge on his tie and when I asked him how long he served, it turned out he'd bailed just after his passing out parade. Most of us in HMPS have no military service but serve our monarch by fighting in the darkest conflict that most of the general public know nothing about. Its daily and relentless. Most members of the public see a villain locked up and think 'thats justice done'. They don't see or hear anything about the twenty or so years that the villain has to be 'managed'. Most serving and ex HMPS are true but unrecognised heroes. Give us some credit folks.

[@Cumberland_swasige]

​@@offgrid8445no. You are paid to do a job. Nobody makes you do it.

[@JAmediaUK]

there are 2,000 members of the 4th Man on The Balcony Association....

[@TheRoybeasley]

@@Cumberland_swasige Just like anyone who has served in any branch of the armed forces since National Service ended just over half a century ago - no-one made them do it.

[@stuartbrown8259]

​@@JAmediaUKI can't exactly remember what number i was on the balcony, but it was somewhere around number 600. By god that balcony was very crowded. 😂😂😂😂. Seriously i was just a mere Royal Irish Rangers/ Regiment for 23 years, i would never dream of fabricating any of my experiences. Been at certain parades all over the UK since I left, and the Walters are always there, with some mad stories. A real soldier or rather ex soldier can near enough spot them from just a few words. In fact was at a parade of sorts not too long back, bumped into a Walt, i said to him what Battalion were you in? He said the 1st, btw so was I, but I pretended to be from the 2nd RIR. However, i was asking when he joined etc. would he remember such and such, that sort of thing. He was claiming he joined in 1985, i joined in 84, i asked him where were you stationed etc? Think he said he was posted to Lisburn, here in Northern Ireland, straight from training? That certainly didn't happen back then. We were normal Army, infantry, sent overseas. He also had a Bosnian medal, or Former Yugoslavian medal i think they called it, i asked when he was there? He said early 90s, which could be true, as our Regiment did have a Company+ strength, deployed with the Cheshire Regiment around then, but they came from our 2nd Battalion. Remember he claimed to be 1st Battalion. I was asking where was the 1st stationed in 1985, he didn't know. Couldn't name the CO of the Depot, nor his training staff etc. Definitely a Walt.

[@jimstout3697]

Bless you for clearing up about Rob. That was kind. RIP.

[@krisc2535]

Very well handled.. professional, non-threatening, and helping the perpetrator to realise how silly and disrespectful he was being without bullying or making demands.

[@jefffranklin4894]

The 1 dislike is the Walter Mitty "aggression is for the battlefield" couldn't have said it better 👍

[@JonahmdbJones]

Probably is. I'd be happy to chat to him again.

[@TheRealist2022]

@Jeff Franklin Couldn't agree more. I am retired-Royal Navy and have a good pal who is an retired-Sergeant Major. One (boozy!) day at the British Legion on Armistice day, we were talking about the differences between the armed forces and the subject of the stars came up. He told me that "stars" are what the British Army sleep under... what the Royal Navy use to navigate their way around the globe... and what the Royal Air Force award to the hotels they stay in". BUT SERIOUSLY.... I asked what made a good soldier...he told me that there are may things... that combine to make a good soldier... but "in battle, there is one quality which is humongously important... "controlled aggression".

[@markharrisllb]

The guy who passed away took honesty to nth degree, what a great guy.

[@willfoster2635]

RIP Rob Bromley - raise a glass to him.

[@macann70221]

@@willfoster2635 Was Rob from Chesterfield ?

[@willfoster2635]

@@macann70221 Hi Ian. Sorry, I don't know much about him.

[@Astarckeaners]

I am former SAS. Such Walter Mitty’s highly offend me. I have ongoing issues that plague my sleep, such as how can we find a venue big enough to host a reunion for the 7890 men who were on the balcony at the Iranian Embassy

[@pointycapitals7306]

I can confirm you are sas. I was an Iranian in the embassy that was killed.

[@LS-jv9hp]

The true heroes were those who built that balcony, By gods could it hold so many men.

[@tommy4244]

I was the 12 one in from the right dressed in black. You can’t miss me!

[@Johno143]

😂😂

[@NobbyClark-g3y]

I was on ops when that happened, remember us as the team watching it on telly in NI, and handing out marks from 1 to 10 for visual impact and technique.

[@gfo8755]

My Dad was skipper of a Landing craft on D-Day. My proudest moment was when I marched at the Cenotaph parade in my own uniform.

[@stevenlehman732]

Jonah: Firstly, thanks for your service and secondly, thank you for the explanation video. In reference to the comment 'I didn't serve' it threw me off as well. Again, thank you. As for Rob, sorry for the loss of a brother in arms, may he rest in peace. Cheers

[@robspencer35]

Thank you for your Service, Jonah! Greetings from a U.S. Navy veteran!

[@robertjohnredrupp2405]

Good on you Sir, My Dad served in WW2, but never collected his medals. He had his own reasons why, which I didn't agree with, but, it was Dads choice. He told me to never apply for them once he was ' gone' . I never would coz that was his wish, but i know where he stood regarding wearing military uniform, he would have applauded your film when i was about 11 i bought an RAF pilots material ' Wings ' from a surplus store opposite Charing Cross Station. I wanted my Mum to sew them onto a jacket I had at the time . My Dad went ape ! I remember him saying " Boys died fighting Luftwaffe pilots , those boy earned those wings !" Out of respect for those pilots and his words I never did wear those wings.

[@johnrandall125]

I think you were 100% correct in respecting your father's wishes. As an aside, I was temping a few years ago and one of the factory managers said he had a WW2 Jeep and showed me photos of it. He explained that he went to meets with other WW2 vehicle enthusiasts and would go to shows etc. He wore a period correct American uniform when he did. He added that he wore _NO_ insignia for any unit, nor any badge of rank. I asked why? He explained that he had never served in any military unit, he had never held military rank and therefore he felt he was completely un-entitled to wear those things. I immediately saw his point and I admired his respect for those who had served.

[@GeoffreyBronson]

Good on you for clearing Rob Bromley's name from accusations. I too was confused and wary of his answer but you've sorted that out completely. Hats off.

[@RosoMC]

Thank you for the clarification about Rob Bromley. In your old video he seemed like a genuine serviceman and his answer that he didn't serve surprised me as much as you. Now it makes more sense, since he meant he didn't serve in the Falklands, not that he didn't serve at all. May Mr. Bromley rest in peace, my condolences to his family.

[@dreamcatcher3622]

RIP Rob - very sad to learn this.

[@macann70221]

Was Rob from Chesterfield?

[@flalingbashers2957]

@@macann70221 Yes

[@billytruth6444]

I saw one bloke at a Remembrance Parade for Falklands Veterans who was dressed in military kit but it didn't look right. I went over and asked him where he served and he replied "Buenos Dias, Malvinas, Holaaaa".

[@ColonelBummleigh]

Crikey!

[@GavTatu]

jim davidson was telling a good story about his brothers pub, an Argentinian veteran came in, could barely afford a pint, so they all had a whip round, got him a meal and a few drinks.

[@BeardedChieftain]

No denying he was a Veteran then ;)

[@AndyTaylorprinter]

Thank you Jonah, I never served but had a couple of mates who were in the Falkland, I have the greatest respect for all of you. Thank you.

[@adunreathcooper]

Just watched this again. Still excellent!

[@nedkelly7477]

I stumbled across your original video which I found very interesting and prompted me to seek out the follow up explanation. I think your questions to this person were really well put and politely challenged him to the correct extent without prior knowledge of his personal circumstances. Well done and thank you for the explanation, which again was fair, balanced and much appreciated.

[@andrewtombs2160]

Nice one Jonah! A follow up like that was just what was needed to fully explain some misconceptions and queries. I particularly liked your acknowledgement of mental health issues. Far too many people want to just out and embarrass and seek, in some cases, retribution for Walt behaviour and I've always been torn by the potential for that person to have a mental health issue and standing up against their behaviour. You did it with compassion and tact and that to me is the essence of a true serviceman's approach. We served to help protect people with less ability to do so than us and that should continue into civilian life and situations. Total respect sir. Cheers Tombsy (Royal Engineers and Police retd.)

[@applecatchermatt2951]

Nice comment Andrew Tombs, very much appreciated.

[@simonlittler3976]

I think it would be nice for someone to post this video onto a TikTok as the original video is doing the rounds, I have no idea how to post on there as I’m useless with tech, so in honour and respect for Rob Bromley it would be nice for somebody to put it on to clarify that he is not a Walt but was indeed a serving Royal Marine Commando

[@wsherratt5159]

Well done Royal. A genuine and considered explanation. I liked the final advice as well. See you in the countermarch!

[@dannywickens3368]

Am not military mr jonah but you have put all of this across so well,am glad 2 have you on our side mate,best wishes.

[@mattjones9979]

Danny, thanks for the comment mate. Keep safe.

[@LorenisShining]

Thank you for making this video, Aussie civilian here 👋 I have recently had a run in with someone who sadly embellished their service to me. I appreciate you’re approach considering the individual’s mental health.

[@prasad-srinivasan]

God bless the narrator here holding all emotions and presenting in very calm manner. 🙏 Sir.

[@Wilksey75]

Walter is 100% real, he stormed nugget hill with the 22nd hot wings under col sanders at the battle of KFC

[@fishbmw]

@Dark Light That made me chuckle,awesome comment 😄

[@spaceboxtd3720]

Lol, Lord Jesus Christ is the God of ecstasy consciousness

[@joebryant5722]

There are some hilarious comments for this, but col sanders at the battle of KFC!:))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) THE BEST YET!

[@JohnFarrell-d3y]

Brilliant, I am in stitches......metaphorically speaking.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@lordbelvoir2543]

A brilliant post.... Thanks for your service and thanks for protecting me my family and my country👍🍺🍺🍺

[@salr362]

Very fine narration. Thank you for your service sir. Regards from NI.

[@chrisgerber6281]

The entire situation was very diplomatically handled. Well done. Compliments. Watched the first video and the second did in fact explain everything. Thank you.

[@fastasleepdream8522]

I was British Army and we definitely wore Scrim Scarves. I was watching some guys video just the other day where he was outing Walters, and claimed that Scrim was something from 'Dads Army'. That's wrong, because it was definitely British Army issue in my time. Just curious who else wore it?

[@moominpic]

Yeah, but we wore them a bit more smartly than Walt. I remember a field exercise in basic training where we were told NOT to wear them (I think because we hadn't been officially issued them at that time). I wore mine out of sight because it was bloody cold and the extra layer was welcome. Unfortunately my CO visited the exercise area and noticed it peeking out and showed me how to tie it... under the wrathful glare of my Troop Commander and a couple of NCOs.

[@TheWizardOfTheFens]

Glad to have seen this follow up. I served for 12 years, five months and eleven days, being discharged from QEMH Woolwich in 1987. I am STILL regularly undergoing therapy for mental health issues, and believe it or not 2019 was the the worst year for me, but also the first year I really talked about it - even after all this time. I should have done it sooner as I wouldn’t have had such a disastrous personal life. I’m not sure I completely understand these peoples motivations. Some are very clearly suffering from mental health problems and I don’t think the approach of hounding and bullying is the correct way. Con men/women however are a wholly different kettle of fish, as they are often diverting funds that people donate in good faith for their own gain or for sexual favours. Good job on your exposé. Done well and done sensitively. One final (honestly!) point. If anyone reading this is or thinks they are, suffering from mental health issues, seek professional help. Celer et Audax

[@transdimensionalist]

theres some good research to show ketamine and mdma have helped with ptsd etc. good luck

[@seanmurphy5778]

Swift & Bold. Ex 2RGJ and then RAMC at QEMH. 1966 - 2002

[@JonahmdbJones]

You did your bit well sir

[@TheWizardOfTheFens]

@@seanmurphy5778 when did you leave 2RGJ?

[@seanmurphy5778]

@@TheWizardOfTheFens I joined 2RGJ from IJLB via a shortened stint in Trg Coy at the Rifle Depot in 1969. The Bn was based at Oxford Barracks in Münster, BAOR. Other than a 2 year posting to the Depot to run the Medical Centre, I stayed with the Bn until September 1979, when I left as Med Sgt from Armagh, to transfer to the RAMC, to train as an Operating Theatre Technician. I then continued to serve as an OTT/ODP until 1992. After leaving regular service, I continued to serve in the Reserves until 2002, at various Field Hospitals. I spent a considerable amount of time at QEMH Woolwich whilst Regular, and, up until it closed, as an agency ODP. I hope that answers your question. Celer et Audax / In Arduis Fidelis

[@nicpalmer7798]

Very informative, thank you. I have always fancied wearing my Grandfathers and Fathers medals but have not done so as I have never served in the military and do not wish to be an imposter or insult those that have served. Next rememberance day though I shall wear them on the right with pride 😊😊

[@JonahmdbJones]

You do that sir

[@victorjames7]

I could see him sweating like 🤴 Andrew

[@julieannecharters6132]

yep he was sweating like a blindfolded lesbian in a fishmongers

[@monkeyspankerful]

Andrew doesn't sweat..... After being shot at daaaaaan Sarf. I was shot at in Bosnia..... I sweat my tits off everyday!!!!

[@danieljames2015]

Yes, but he has more plausible bull than HRH.

[@ColinBache]

Really glad to have found your channel Jonah. Love your presentation style, and the wisdom and compassion that accompanies the fascinating content.

[@Sandy-r4d]

I was half expecting this walter to reply everything with "SIR YES SIR!"

[@mattjones9979]

Sandy, in all honesty, he struggled putting a simple sentence together - no way was he prepped for a 3-word tongue twister!

[@notsobadkarma]

i have seen your mitty video before in a compilation of "stolen valor ", my old man was a Royal marine , and your question to the mitty really did say it all , i would never even dream of turning up at the cenotaph on remembrance day in anything resembling my dads uniform , i never earned the right , you were rather diginified ,in your response to it all , glad i actually found your channel

[@JonahmdbJones]

Best wishes to your old man if he’s still around.

[@elguapo1507]

There must be a serious lack of self esteem in these people that they have to pretend to be somebody that they could never have been. I'm not sure if that's bad or sad to be honest. When I see the medals on the youngsters of today's chests from the last couple of decades, it makes me want to shake their hand and show my respect, not imitate them! I served for 12 years but didn't put up with a tenth of what they've done over the last 15 or 20! I respect every one of them!

[@petegribs804]

Good for you Jonah, and I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your friend. You are are shrinking group of people - it comes to us all, but you'll never be forgotten because you served and accepted hardship and sacrifice as a matter of routine. R.I.P. to those who never made it back and total admiration and respect those who were lucky enough to. I think you were a gentleman in how you conducted yourself in that short "Walt" video - hitting some old guy proves nothing, what you said was enough. Respect, Jonah.

[@stevenhenry7862]

R.I.P. Rob! Gone but NEVER forgotten. One Hoofing Marine reporting for duty my Lord. From a British War Veteran

[@madjock2878]

What a great speaker and you have my deepest respect from a "Crab" that was serving but didn't do Operation Corporate but did others ( Allied Force, Op Oracle and Op Telic ) finally I admire the way you kept a simle and your cool

[@JonahmdbJones]

I salute you back sir!

[@2lefThumbs]

Well said, and thanks for taking the time to make this worthwhile follow up 👍

[@williamreilly5723]

REST IN PEACE ROB GOD BLESS THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO YOUR COUNTRY AND TO ALL OUR PERSONAL THAT SADLEY WERE TAKEN DOWN SOUTH GOD BLESS

[@JimTimber]

He's a ship switcher that is full of ship 😆 ..that feckin' scarf is brilliant !! ..'push me.. shove you !~!' 🤣🤣😂😂

[@Oakleaf700]

That scarf is for him to hide under in case real Servicemen should spot him. 🫥

[@robsmithracing]

“Lynn, are they your mums cataract glasses?”

[@415volts]

Hahaha "we went to a pap concert"

[@dann5000]

How’s The edge? The edge is fine!

[@robsmithracing]

Dan Nottingham fucking classic comedy mate

[@amorembalming]

How’s Adam Clayton?

[@nuvoix]

Top bloke. Love how calmly you presented your self on original video and appreciate the follow up. thumbs up.

[@mickmorrissey16]

Good on ya Mate , you explained everything clearly and succinctly. As a former career soldier in the Australian Infantry I think your actions were of the highest standard. Take care 👍

[@willbee6785]

We never forget Australia’s contribution in WWII. 🇬🇧

[@mickmorrissey16]

@@willbee6785 , good on ya Will. All the best mate . Mick

[@NHLyoung96]

Alright Royal, thanks for having the integrity to call out this Walter Mitty.

[@Papa-eb1lt]

He is real, I was with him when we yomped to Port Stanley’s Tesco!

[@alanhowe5813]

Am so glad there are people who can point these people out as they could take most people in including me with story’s of bravery of loss Thank you

[@rlfdfd5059]

Regarding Al Blackman, In March 2017, the conviction for murder was overturned and reduced to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. Blackman was released from prison on 28 April 2017 but his dismissal from the Marines remains in place.

[@johnwalker2306]

Well handled and explained. Having my father been in the Royal Marines in the 70's and my brother having served in the RAF and my nephem currently in the RAF i really dont get people who inpersonate service personel . Don Shipley from the US is a good person to watch. 👍

[@craig374]

You dealt with it really well considering he was there insulting you and your work colleagues. Fair play to you. And thank you for your service.

[@TE-ph4il]

3:04 actually incorrect. In the RN you'll see a mixture of fabric and metal beret badges worn by officers. With the 4s you're issued at BRNC, the beret badge is metal. The fabric ones are mostly privately purchased.

[@jonathanwalker8730]

Interesting, intelligent video. It's interesting that you are as sympathetic as can be expected to the fact that many of these people are dealing with some kind of mental illness, but the same time, as a civilian myself, I imagine it would be pretty galling to see someone swanning around in (roughly) similar kit to that which your mates may have been injured or killed. Good film, thank you.

[@andrewyoung1923]

Jonah, thanks for the vid. Much more reminiscent of the Corps I grew up around (dad did 34 years... I was christened at Stonehouse and spent my summer hols in the armoury back in the mid-90s when he was BSO!). One point ref RN officer capbadge: as a former Skoolie, very few of us made the purchase of cloth capbadges. Indeed, during my time, I served with a number of Commando badged skoolies, in FLEET, Poole and CTCRM, and none of them wore cloth; all had taken the cheap option and merely transferred their issued metal badge from their blue to the green beret. Standards...

[@grahambarber2766]

Only one medal on my chest: The River Exe Drinking Club Black Cat medal! PMPT 🐱🍺

[@TheGodParticle]

Big thanks to you Sir for making this vid, It's good to get more info on that vid, can't believe it's 5 years ago, thanks again.

[@adammacdonald8553]

I was on the menin gate parade in Belgium for the 11/11/19 last year with my father. I'm only 17. And he lot me wore his medals on my right as I'm supposed too as I didn't earn them and as we were waiting to march. A veteran said to me kindly excuse me young man you are wearing your medals on the wrong side. For a moment I was took back but he swiftly apologised sincerely as he was mixed up with his left and rights. I thought it fitted quite neatly in this comment section.

[@ColGadarby]

Met a Walt today - reckoned he'd been in the Legion. Had a fair bit of detail - but then said he didn't speak French as his memory was shot - said he was also an ex para - then he had the Legion D'honneur medal - not just one but two of them....- then he'd worked for Blackwater - then he'd just to top it off - he'd also been in the SAS for 7 years...FFS

[@fastasleepdream8522]

Ha!

[@Iwasthemilkman]

I was once called a Walter Mitty for wearing a relative's medals at a remembrance day parade. One civvie got quite rude accusing me of buying the medals on eBay. I told him my relative's story and was backed up by the local RBLI...it was kinda like watching The Hulk turn into Bruce Banner and then into a mouse!

[@gavintjames1989]

Hi Jonah fantastic video and really liked how you was polite with the bloke you spoke with and how you looked at the detail in his uniform, it was the cap badge that stood out for me straight away cause as you said a commissioned officer would have a fabric cap badge sown on, I'm ex Army 13th Air Assault support regt Rlc 63 sqn

[@thomastallis7245]

I've good friends serving, and ex. I didn't know this about wearing the medals on the right side. I always think my generation have it so easy now, when I hear the stories of the Falklands, and even the troubles in Northern Ireland. I'm a mere 32 year old, but extremely appreciative of those who give everything, and sometimes make the ultimate sacrifice.

[@davekey7651]

Thank you for your clarity and humility. Really appreciate it.

[@AlecFlackie]

Having heard you on your channel, what a privilege. You come over as a true gentleman and a credit to the uniform you wore. We have all met 'Walts' in our time and mostly they have their own issues and demons.

[@JonahmdbJones]

I agree. We’re not out there to kick them but we will defend the truth and not let anyone take the glory for someone else’s sacrifice.

[@MACHOO179]

My kids' uncle served 1st Battalion Parachute Regiment, he was kind enough to give me one of his T-shirts, I would not wear it, I have it as a souvenir and a sign of respect to him and all serving and Veterans of all members of the armed forces.

[@lewisb85]

Give that idiot 5 minutes alone talking with Simon Weston he would never Walt again, I’ve seen Simon talk to walts and bloaters and he’s had them in tears because the reality of what they have done hits home.

[@264Rockape]

Thank you for your service. Respect to all those serving and veterans.

[@PaulStrickland]

We had a lad turn up to our TA unit in the early 90s, claimed he had previously served in Royal Marines, I asked him 'Which Commando?' He looked at me bemused and he said 'Isn't there only one, the Royal Marines' The PSI had a word with him, never saw him again!

[@Oldman525]

Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. He wanted to be someone but knew in his heart he was no one.

[@rw8467]

Just look at his head: his beret is an Army Int Corps one, but his beret badge is a Navy Officer's!

[@JonahmdbJones]

Close up it was imitation. Royal Navy Officers in my time wore a cloth cap badge upon a green beret, not a tin can replica as this guy was wearing.

[@paulwood5803]

@@JonahmdbJones The tin can "replica" is genuine and would be worn by Naval Officers on their blue RN berets. Still have mine somewhere. I don't doubt however that a cloth one would be worn on a green beret.

[@ArcofNeptune]

@@paulwood5803 Majority of RN Cdos I've seen have metal badges. If someone wants to pay £50 for a cloth badge from Thieves and Hawkes for their blue beret they can crack on. As far as I'm concerned 'pusser provides'. Also, go to any unit and muster a dozen troops. Their MTP may be the same style but you can bet you'll see 4 or 5 different types of combat boots in a line up of only 12.

[@rockstarJDP]

Very interesting, I never knew you could wear medals to represent loved ones! The restraint and approach you showed to this bloke is commendable, can tell you're a professional soldier, thank you for your service!

[@m.b.g.musicproduction9658]

Jonah...thank you for your service, and thank you to all you served with......You are the best of the best!

[@JonahmdbJones]

@M..B.G. Music Production, thank you sir for your comment. Our empathy and care for one another continues long after serving.

[@mac7083]

if someone says they ex service i always ask their service number. If you actually served it's something you never forget.

[@AmateurCaptain]

combined operations ceased to exist in 1947... He looks great for his age.

[@simonsignolet5632]

I saw a walt wearing the Combined ops badge on a SAS windproof with Para wings and Cpl chevrons - he claimed to have been in my unit. Next time I saw him was because I slapped someone and had to attend court. Turned out that he was a court usher - sporting a RM tie, this time... Do these people have a wardrobe of eBay bought army gear which they dress up in according to their mood that day?! "Today, Matthew, I'm going to be a SAS Combined Operations Hercules Pilot".

[@tdezyn]

Not true, 29 commando 148 Meiktila Bty Forward operations, is part of combined forces. Airborne and Seaborne.

[@michaelwhittaker5432]

@@tdezyn well spoken ! Combined Operations is still part of the Navy orbat

[@ebneigh5191]

Great video, explaining a great deal! Thank you for your service.

[@bobh4981]

Calmly explained on the day without any aggression. You could see the cogs going round in the pause as you asked him if he was real...... Do I admit or try to brazen it out. Choice of 2 and he blew it.

[@williamfarr8048]

I have met this guy. He lives in Bayston Hill and previously worked as a paramedic. After that he worked as a resilience manager for the council and local NHS. He is a trustee at Serve on Ltd.

[@kinny369]

I served with Walter, he's way too modest, he actually caught those two bombs in his arms and jumped overboard with them

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

You just can't factor that into ordnance design.

[@kinny369]

@@Surv1ve_Thrive apparently the Argentines started greasing their bombs to make them harder to hold onto! The guys a legend!

[@Vincent6921thegot]

My dad served with Rob and always spoke fondly of him I later served in K.O.S.B. and during my time I met men I consider brothers keep up the good broadcasts mate XXV

[@numbnutz7832]

Didn’t lose a gympy in coalisland did you? 😂

[@gooner6942]

I was there that day Jonah and saw this guy along with many of my shipmates and we all realised he was a fake. It was a great day for Al though and the turnout was brilliant for him and Claire.

[@capn_chris]

Regarding the RN Officer's beret badge. Whn I was working with the RN in the early '80s they did wear these metal badges when wearing RN black berets. I cannot say whether they were worn with RM green berets but they were kit in the day. Not disputing what you say, just respectfully pointing out. RFA officers purchased privately manufactured embroidered RFA beret badges from a supplier in Devonport.

[@sabre22b]

I've been asked at a remembrance parade when i did my marine training. By an ex marine who was wearing both 42 and 45 lapel pins. He came on a bit strong. "I've not seen you here before." Well, i've stood at the same spot every year for, at that time, 8 years. He looked a bit sheepish but was undeterred. "When did you do the commando course?" My idiot radar pinged. "It's not a marine beret." (It's not, and i have only every spoken to two marines in my life.) He mumbled something and went back to his old pals. Not, "oh sorry chief. What is it? Oh, ok. I didn't mean any offence. When were you in blah blah" Nope. No respect for another veteran. Just turned away. Prick.

[@TMM6944]

Well done Royal!! I think you handled the situation very well, a bit of tactical questioning and the subject will trip up and generally embarrass themselves. Thank you for your service. Salute.

[@andyh2460]

Im really impressed on how you dealt with this issue . Personally ive met a few walts and come quickly to the conclusion that they are not well in the head

[@JonahmdbJones]

I agree. When we talk to such folk, we do our best to help them if they’re willing to accept it.

[@adamw2911]

@@JonahmdbJones Your point about wearing medals on the right hand side on behalf of someone was very well made. Immediately, the individual has provided total clarity as to the situation. My Uncle (who never served due to asthma) used to wear his older Brother's WW2 medals (some awarded posthumously) on his behalf. He was aware of what the medals stood for and the majority of those who approached him were full of sympathy and kindness, knowing that he has lost his brother at a young age. The fact he was willing to march on behalf of his brother actually gained him a lot of respect from serving personnel or those who once served and gained their medals through acts of courage.

[@peterhamilton2695]

That cleared that up ,I always wondered why you didn't persue that fellow who said he didn't serve ......good video

[@Hipporider]

My father was accused of being a fake by some other RM in Sydney. Dad got hold of the papers needed from the Admiralty or wherever and proved him wrong. That must have upset my old man so much to be accused of that. 😔. RIP Dad . 🇦🇺😞

[@jonmathias6159]

Articulate, reasoned video. Nice. I once had a member of staff whose husband was killed in Gulf War 1. His unit used to get the widows to stand in for their dead husbands on the Remembrance Day parade.

[@jameshardy6277]

I was introduced to a 'Walt' at his own wedding reception (my gf knew his wife so I attended as a 'plus one'). His wife was so keen to introduce us as she just knew we'd have lots to talk about. After only a minute or so of chatting, we'd established he'd done 2 weeks at Lympstone then jacked. His poor Mrs thought he'd been a serving Royal Marine before working as a fitness instructor. I didn't say anything. I just wished them well and avoided any more conversation with him. I felt sorry for the guy getting caught out at his own wedding.

[@JonahmdbJones]

James Hardy that sounds like a painful and uncomfortable situation. Was this chap in uniform? I’ve known of a few weddings where chaps have worn uniforms emblazoned with medals. It’s as if the ceremony will protect them and reinforce their facade!

[@jameshardy6277]

@@JonahmdbJones No Blues or Lovats fortunately just a very red face and a few beads of sweat on his brow.

[@pokeybloke7237]

Subscribed. Great channel. Ex Royal Air Force myself. 78-84. Should’ve done longer. Big regret. But it stays. Thankfully! 👍🇬🇧

[@berniereme5864]

Very well put

[@mattjones9979]

Cheers Bernie.

[@tomo870]

Well in Jonah, nicely explained!. Thought you would of put the parting shot from the original in this video though......knobber!. 😂😂👍

[@JonahmdbJones]

...maybe next time, just for you!

[@waynefredrickson6780]

New sub from Lancashire mate

[@ColonelBummleigh]

Outstanding, Classy and educational response on a tricky area. Jonah is a top chap and I wish him well :)

[@alastairwest5200]

I was on the Belgrano in 1982 and I speak fluent Spanish...

[@snowflakemelter1172]

I was on the Belgrano in 1983 .

[@alastairwest5200]

@@snowflakemelter1172 AWESOME

[@doctorelectric470]

Well said, you held you cool very well and did the right thing

[@pjg_77]

Never understood this Walter Mitty behaviour, they must know they face being had out at these kinda functions.

[@joncox6251]

Congratulations. A clearly, simply and well reasoned answer to a potentially emotive problem. Although I have never served (more's the pity) I have total respect for those who have served on the front line, behind enemy lines with SFs or in a support role. Your contribution is highly appreciated no matter what the whinging snowflake generation of tossers say.