Royal Air Force 100th Anniversary Parade At Buckingham Palace.

The 100th Anniversary Parade of the Royal Air Force at the Mall featuring the Central Band of the Royal Air Force and the Queen Colours Squadron , The Parade includes around 1000 service men & women.
Very sad to hear the passing of the Battle of Britain Pilot Geoffrey Wellum aged 96 , he served his country well , may he Rest In Peace.
My apologies for the video freezing up just before the 10 minute point for around a minute , something must of happened when the video uploaded.
I hope everyone that views this RAF 100 Parade enjoys this video and i would be greatful if you subscribe to my channel.

[@SH-ui8xw]

I’m probably gonna get my family arrested for this but, good work Britain once strong always strong, from China

[@prezzyjim]

Hope all goes well!! Good luck!

[@natalieg90]

Good luck from Wales. Part of the uk 😁

[@tyd5633]

Hope your good man, stay safe

[@edwardlee2794]

You are not alone. More people from HK of all ages would join the cheering crowd. Keep up the spirit and good luck.

[@neo9706]

Thank you for your kind words. Love from the UK

[@DrumsTheWord]

Those were some fine chiseled jawed and disciplined sentries. A fine display from the parade as well!

[@Wandering_Canuck]

Congratulations from Canada to the RAF on its 100th anniversary and to all its members, both serving and past. Great drill and fabulous to see all the squadron standards gathered together at one time. I am an air force brat. My father was an RCAF officer who served from 1934 to 1962. He was an original member of No. 10/110 Squadron (RCAF), now 400 Squadron. 400 Squadron was the first RCAF squadron to arrive in Britain in February 1940. A long shared history between the two air forces. Lest we forget.

[@libertybea2024]

David Forfun agree from Italy❤️ Grateful in eternity for this Liberty that we live thank to AngloAmerican best Warriors🇺🇸❤️💙🇬🇧

[@mariadapenhamoura8572]

@@libertybea2024 98

[@pepitoperez2510]

Hear, hear 🇨🇦👍🇬🇧

[@chrissholl4440]

Canadians have for ever been the most loyal compatriots. Long live Canada.

[@remanejeanjacques7227]

Beautiful parade 🇺🇸 ❤️ 🇬🇧

[@phillymouse2033]

A marvelous sight to behold, which sends chills down my spine. Happy 100th Anniversary to the RAF from this very proud USAF Brat!

[@phillymouse2033]

Friends and Allies always in times of need and peace.

[@gerardmcewen5903]

Philly Mouse Tyrolese marching

[@charlesroberts2166]

Stunning!! My Father served in the Royal Air Force before, during & after WWII. So very proud of him & miss him every day.

[@sairaqsa]

Congratulations RAF members. Love from Iraqi Air force officer who joint the RAF few years ago.

[@odonnell1218]

Love that they threw in the march of the Eagle Squadrons! Thanks for remembering us guys! God save the Queen! Love from the USA

[@deservingcomplexionm8111]

Well it is a British made march.

[@ItsjustJust516]

I think it's much more sensible to put eagle squadron as the quick march of the raf

[@summerrosesutton3073]

Grew up as a teenager (USAF "Brat") in the 1950s, when my Dad was stationed at RAF Station Molesworth. Being of English-Scot descent, I LOVE the British people and country, and then I had the great of working with many wonderful RAF members during my own AF career. Though my comments are well past the 100th Anniversary of the RAF, I still wish to congratulate all members of that Service Branch. Well Done indeed.

[@alfamaleUK68]

Amazing drill and precision......as my dad says, 'not just flyboys '...... Dad, uncles and cousins all in the RAF.......so proud of our family heritage, a brilliant show of an outstanding part of our armed forces

[@1tonyboat]

Served 5 years in the RAF in the early 70`s and just loved doing parades ..now 70 years young and still proud to have served ...

[@dianerogers8805]

Both my parents were in the RAF. Lossiemouth, which is where they met. Both passed away now. Makes me proud to be English.

[@London0701]

Sorry to hear about your parents.

[@dianerogers8805]

@@London0701 Thanks, they lived to a good age, dad was 91 died July 2013, and mum 90,died May 2014. Dad was sent to India, mum used to drive coaches.

[@London0701]

I am sure your parents are watching over you.

[@elimb6071]

***British. The RAF isn't English!

[@dianerogers8805]

@@elimb6071 The RAF is British but I am English. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@CymruEmergencyResponder]

Immaculately turned out and very well drilled!

[@PackaWalka]

Awesome. the British are the best in Military marching

[@azapachekid]

Actually, The very best marching military force are the Chinese, their precision is astonishingly precise and unrivaled by any military on earth. Go to KZbin and type in Chinese military March , it truly astonishing and extremely impressive.

[@nataliemunoz8600]

You should see the Chile military parade, following the prussian tradition. Way better than this. Greetings from Chile 🇨🇱💪

[@kirad2234]

@@azapachekid it's almost like they stick pins in their uniforms so if their form isn't correct they get pricked

[@CMAzeriah]

@@azapachekid ah ah no more 1st amendment for you. Bad person who praises the enemy!

[@britishjack6901]

@@nataliemunoz8600 and look where Prussia ended up I’m an air cadet and we got better marching than any other military I drill in my spare time when I can we don’t stop till we can all March in sink we learn the mesermrnts and distances I remember one night all we did was halt two hole hours why do you think we have not lost a war in a thousand years I’m only a cadet btw (14)

[@chriseven4617]

♥️🇬🇧♥️ BRITISH HERO IN WORLD. 200 YEARS THE FOUGHT FOR WORLD. I RESPECT BRITISH. 🌹

[@rickydonutrm3165]

Nice to honour the Americans who flew for the RAF by playing Eagle Squadron. One of Alford's best marches.

[@London0701]

There will be loads of americans performing at the london parade on new years day , video will be uploaded once i film it.

[@samadams1867]

Preceded by the American march "National Emblem".

[@rickydonutrm3165]

@@samadams1867 One of the best marches.

[@Dryhten1801]

All 9 of them

[@corruptcape2776]

RAFAC here. Love the marching, all in step, lovely to see. Having done massive parades like this its way harder to keep in step and directly behind the person in front of you than you think, especially doing wheels (Turns on the march) Hope to join the big league one day.

[@geoffayrey8750]

Exactly what we wanted to see and what the BBC didn't show because they were gassing away in their little studio across the road.

[@London0701]

Even i was disappointed by what the BBC showed on tv.

[@Tocsin-Bang]

I hate all BBC coverage of military parades. Their "facts" are often wrong and the rest is a total waste, ruining people's enjoyment. We want to hear the music, the sound of marching feet and the commands.

[@tomoshobbs]

They showed the c130 while calling it the Shadow R1!! Insulting!

[@mankooshivaram4464]

SALUTATATIONS AND HEARTY CONGRATULAIONS TO ONE OF THE BEST FIGHTING FORCES DISCIPLINED AND GENTLEMANLY IN THE WORLD.THERES ONLY ONE RAF

[@janetwilson6069]

Mankoo, you must know there were some very brave Indian fighter pilots in the RAF during WW2. Also some wealthy Indian families raised funds to purchase a Spitfire for the RAF. Only a few old buggers like my husband remember this. Good wishes !

[@AleCompton]

The sound of the bagpipes😍

[@macvatu]

@Roman A . . . .its known as "swirl of the bagpipes". . . . but watch it, Trump might get tempted to do the Highland jig in his kilt of course, but without his knickers . . .if you will . . !!! That will please his girlfriend Our Theresa . .??

[@macvatu]

@Bluepurgatory . . ."skirl of the bagpipes" indeed. Swirl of course refers to kilts, I believe, as the fly above the waistline . . .be careful lads, indecent exposure !!!

[@ALPHATECHSL]

Wow perfect parade regards from Sri Lanka 🇬🇧 🇱🇰

[@LionelBeck_Riverman]

I've never seen so many RAF personnel on parade at once. Would have been a good time to invade the country, I guess. Speaking as an ex-National Service drill sergeant I have to say the RAF's turnout, drill, and marching were exemplary! Spine-tingling to watch.

[@frazlesc6937]

You should see this one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp6qeH6CfqeAhtE

[@traumamama2007]

Nobody does Pomp & Circumstance like the Brits, IMO.

[@joycestewart291]

There will always be 'eyes in the sky' 24/7. From an Awax or a bunker......

[@vonryansexpress]

Yes indeed - I served in the R.A.F for six years, I was very impressed by this parade - very crisp indeed, I'm proud of each and every one of them The sound of the pipes almost brought a tear to my eye . . .

[@TheLifeOfDan1]

Currently servicing at RAF Lossiemouth, unfortunately I wasn’t serving at this point, It would have been an honour to have been part of this parade.

[@ollyegerton4694]

well Done lads God save the RAF.

[@davehodges6258]

Outstanding parade at its very best" Very proud to see such a 1st class turn out, .

[@katerinakempb8217]

Happy Birthday 100 years old. Nice to see RAF P&D'S hauling down the mall. Kiaora from NZ, lol we don't have much of air force now they are flying in U.K, Ozzie .

[@freeman8128]

Proud to have served.

[@JetstreamAviation747]

I missed a day of school to watch this parade. I was in year 6 when this took place. I am now in year 10 and in the cadets, I wish I would have appreciated it then as much as I would now!

[@dh1380]

Top marks to the AC right by the camera. solid as a rock!

[@Biffo1262]

It has always amazed me that the marching and drill is soooo much better than any of the other services. I have no bias but it was pointed out to me many years ago and every time I see them I have to agree 100%. Oh dear right up until the end and then one of the three who are tasked with marching precision has to do a quick 'change step'.

[@mariebrown5292]

Thank you for sharing! Been in the RAF in one way or another all my life!

[@London0701]

Thanks for watching

[@michelledillon7047]

Respect For March. You heard That. Recently visited. Beautiful Family Love. Blessing

[@e.chambers2973]

It's the Royal Auxiliary Air Force (RAuxAF) - the RAF's reserve organization - that is celebrating its centenary, NOT the RAF per se. The RAF was founded in 1918 and is older than its auxiliary. Great parade! Nice to see the RAuxAF make a well earned splash on The Mall and in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace.

[@thomasread9736]

This is what i am looking to do, i just love the uniforms and the drill. Everyone is in time and it just looks really impresive

[@elimb6071]

It is! You can also be deployed to conflict zones, so you know, there's more to it than the pomp and ceremony.

[@Archiejoeawesome]

@@elimb6071 actually you can join the band, you won’t see as much action and also RAF flys aircraft so usually all they do is drop bombs and patrol so nothing to fear! (My dad is a RAF squadron leader who turned down promotions as that’s the highest he can go before he has desk job)

[@robotsonmars1989]

Brilliant stuff ..My Dad was an RAF gunnner in 2854 squadron during WW2.

[@shiijenny4593]

The marching is excellent. Many people surroundings very excited about the march. I hope one day I go to visit London could see the march. The march is launching at the palace. The Bugkingham Palace.

[@raidbandit1283]

Bugkingham place is visit good?👍👍

[@London0701]

It's better to visit during the summer/autumn seasons.

[@sparks1504]

my fav was seeing the RAF marching during the Diamond Jubilee to the theme song from the Battle of Britain Movie.....i absolutely love that musical score....

[@London0701]

I never got to see that event sadly.

[@kennethquesenberry2610]

My son-in-law's late grandmother (passed away year before last) served in the RAF in WWII and is buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

[@London0701]

Sorry to hear that.

[@xavierj.videos278]

Wonderful parade ! Congratulations from France and God Save the Queen !

[@doraldeddy1836]

Celtic blood but Cornish, however love the pipes and drums, and band! The turnout so smart. Thanks for posting. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jmeyer3rn]

This is amazing. God bless the RAF. From a yank of course. Sorry to bust in. But I think this is just amazing! How many Airmen? And is the Queen throwing them a garden party? I think that would be nice.

[@kirby118]

Judith Meyer the lining party was made up of 12 half companies made up of 16 airmen, a snco, ,jnco and commanding officer, after the parade we got to go into Buckingham palace and meet some of the royals, best day of my life.

[@jmeyer3rn]

dskirby Very nice. Good for you.

[@jimramsey8887]

Why didn't I see this magnificent spectacle on the BBC? I have not felt so proud for some considerable time. A wonderful parade/

[@London0701]

The BBC didnt show the parade in full.

[@CymruEmergencyResponder]

Nice to see every Squadron parading their standard.

[@hailsland]

One of the things I love about the British Armed Forces vs the Canadian Armed Forces is for parades they put all the guys who are in the same uniform together. If that were a RCAF march past you'd see RCN and Army Uniforms, guys in combats, and about 10 different head dresses.

[@igorvyacheslavtherussianmu3142]

i love uk

[@rickydonutrm3165]

I didn't know the Air Force had a pipe band too. They look and sound smashing.

[@alastairpether]

The Royal Air Force has five Pipe Bands; RAF Central Scotland, RAF Halton, RAF Lossiemouth, RAF Waddington and 2622 Sqn. The five bands are selected from to create RAF Pipes and Drums for events such as this and and various international military tattoos.

[@rickydonutrm3165]

@@alastairpether Thank you Alastair. Being a Kiwi, i am not up with these things. Good to know.

[@TheoBinnendijk]

@@alastairpether The RAF Waddington pipes and Drums were marching and playing in my home town Wijchen in The Netherlands on 20.09.2019. I made 2 videos you can see on my KZbin channel: Theo Binnendijk. The videos are named: Royal Air Force Waddington Pipes and Drums in Wijchen part 1 and part 2.

[@patriciabracken7546]

Brilliant love the R.A.F. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 💞💖💗👌

[@jpnags]

Nice video, was truly a great occasion. I was filming near the palace, so got them entering and leaving.

[@London0701]

Thanks.

[@ItalyPaul]

👍👍👍

[@cynderfan2233]

RAF: We're 100 years old! RN and Army: Thats cute.

[@mrlips1568]

Well using flight as a method of attack or support was hardly effective before planes since all balloons and blimps did was float in the direction of the wind, so its understandable why the RAF wasn't established earlier

[@Crusadist1099]

Everyone has to start somewhere.

[@TheKira699]

@@mrlips1568 To be fair the Royal Flying Corps was established in 1912 and in 1918 merged with the Royal Naval Air Service to form the Royal Air Force. 1 April 1918 to be exact.

[@CymruEmergencyResponder]

Can’t have an Air Force until aircraft are invented......

[@HoppingSkipper]

Ah well, they only needed a few decades to smash the rest of the forces at drill.

[@rafman016]

Nice one mate! Good to the newbie Erks involved!

[@London0701]

Thanks for watching.

[@christopherfisher6293]

To protect our Sovereign Lady, THE QUEEN, from all enemies, domestic or foreign.

[@FKI99]

To protect our sovereign man, THE KING, from all enemies, domestic or foreign.

[@lorrainetilston-brookes9201]

Wonderful, brought tears to the eye of this WRAF veteran. wish I knew how to download to keep.

[@janmusil4537]

They play so good.

[@sausage_roll2561]

I am so glad I'm joining the RAF cadets in January

[@Bruce-1956]

In the tradition of the 'few', 'dambusters' , Douglas Bader, etc.

[@usuk9316]

Ahh Douglas Bader, a wonderful man and true hero. 👍

[@ollie9518]

Was lucky enough to be standing about two metres behind where this was taken on a bit of raised ground

[@1chish]

From 03:54 on that is very rare to have every RAF Squadron and Regiment colour on parade at the same time .. Well done the Crabs - Top drill and presentation ... And loved it @ 06:35 - The lasses carrying the heavy Bergens and the lads pushing Gurneys .. Cracking Per Ardua Ad Astra

[@London0701]

The parade was really good to watch, events like this should happen more often.

[@1chish]

And just to add an extra great touch the Royal Canadian Air Force have been Mounting Guard at the Palace for a couple of weeks and were on guard duty that day as well ...

[@London0701]

I see someone gave the parade a thumbs down , i guess you cant please everyone.

[@flyerbob124]

1chish a

[@eliduttman315]

I'm American and we have our share of "dingbats" too. Folks, please separate politics from the very fine people that will lay their lives down so that you are safe in your bed.

[@supernutkin5122]

The drill, bearing and smartness of the RAF Regiment is absolutely superb and shows the Guards Regiments just how to march ....... and that's a pity because years ago the Guards Regiments were also just as good.

[@robertconroy4800]

Rest in peace, Dad!

[@usuk9316]

👍👍

[@tk6105]

UK: Torchlight of Civilization

[@nataliemunoz8600]

You all should see the chilean military parade, full prussian style. Greetings from Chile 🇨🇱

[@lizzapaolia959]

God bless London. Save this beautiful country and traditions. Never apologize for who you are.🙏😁

[@richardwoods5873]

The gaggle of drill sargeants keeping a beady eye on things!

[@EngPheniks]

Always head over to the front. That's where the trombones are and that's where the marching band sounds best.

[@London0701]

I could never get there as i live far from Buckingham Palace even tho i arrived at 6am , way before the event there are many people already waiting.

[@shooter2055]

A very pretty parade-- The English are outstanding at presenting pretty parades. I saw the fly past. The Few are reduced to three (3) first-line fighters -- F-35s purchased from The Colonials. Don't feel bad. Misery loves company. The Luftwaffe can only rouse four (4) fighters of any sort on a given day. None of their U-boats are ready for sea. Still, this was a very pretty parade. Gratitude for the vid. Sleep soundly.

[@London0701]

Thanks for watching.

[@usuk9316]

You mean Great Britain not just England.

[@romeo9017]

And the Chefs bringing up the rear - respect!

[@michelledillon7047]

Respect Royal Air Forces.

[@user-bu9ju5ic9h]

I see Canada Gate in the background. A nice touch would have been to have a flight of Commonwealth airmen march given so many served in Bommber Command.

[@EngPheniks]

Great tone of music. Sounds more like playback from a loud speaker. But it's not. I wish to listen to it on the spot.

[@sweetjan6208]

Wonderful

[@samuelwhaley6658]

Good to hear "Eagle squadron"

[@iainmcalle7096]

Myself my father and uncle have all served thank you for watching this video

[@honyarism]

It’s literally cool. Women is in the middle of the march. They may treat as an human being. Envy. From Japanese.

[@London0701]

Thanks for watching my video and its nice to see someone from Japan watching my videos.

[@Coastal_TV]

I love this

[@bille4109]

Great vid

[@Wolfie387]

Good effort.

[@mrlips1568]

Gotta love the British parade music! Also why is there 7 dislikes?

[@London0701]

I wish i knew why there are 7 dislikes.

[@billchinook3292]

Army people upset we did the parade so well :-)

[@mrlips1568]

Yes! It was one heck of a parade! Shame I missed it

[@redarrow6188]

Aidan Gillard the first song is American but I agree

[@andrewwilson7930]

There are quite a few Irish Catholics in our country who hate our wonderful Armed forces, perhaps some of they scum bags!🤔🇬🇧

[@somebloke7056]

My God the trombones at the start is mighty!

[@trapezemusic]

That's the beginning of the trio of National Emblem March, probably the most famous American march not written by John Philip Sousa. The trombones really shine at that point.

[@cheatcharoninc172]

what is the title of the first march that started at the end of national emblem march?

[@isunlloaoll]

How ironic it is that the air force marches better than the army.

[@London0701]

I have never seen the army march.

[@Box500spooks]

When you consider that these are mostly technicians, suppliers, administrators, chefs and so on, I thought they were a real credit to the RAF. Even the aircrew looked smart. The parade commander did an excellent job.

[@aislingmichaelaoneill1028]

Whoops! WO on wrong foot. Never mind, cracking job otherwise. I see skirts on ceremonial parades have returned. Are they wider than before, to be less restrictive when marching? Tightish skirts when marching look and feel ridiculous. To that extent trousers are better. But as a woman who is proud and happy to be one, and a retired crab who is proud and happy to be that, my preference would be a skirt properly designed to be fit for purpose. 👮‍♀️

[@charlesroberts2166]

ARVIN ... Nobody marches better than the Royal Air Force ... they are known for it :-)

[@rockywr]

No, I'm afraid not, that it not correct.

[@chanchancl2987]

excellente et grandiose musique militaire

[@alainwelonek2036]

British army is the best in the world 🌎🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@willum_1618]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@gillyddiatt1548]

The best!!!!!

[@usuk9316]

The Brylcream boys. So proud!!

[@DarjeelingEnjoyer]

Sorry if this is stupid, but isn't the first song the Trio for the US National Emblem March? Why is it being used here? Is it the same tune but a different song?

[@callumwilliams1449]

You're correct. After that song was Eagle Squadron about American volunteers in the RAF so best guess is that particular segment was to honour American service.

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

You have a good ear !

[@paulboulter7823]

Takes me back to my time in the RAF 80s/90s

[@Delboy2727]

My brother was their!!

[@jamesscott7944]

Salute to the flyboys

[@yuvalcosminsimon5029]

Does someone knows the name of the marches used?

[@Ceremonial1000]

The drill staff at the end can’t even get in step with their own command 🤣🤣🤣

[@averagejoe8358]

I think they need to go back to RAF Halton for drill training in a detail.

[@chrishand9324]

Really liked that first song :) #UsaUk

[@j.d.peppmeier9041]

Impressive !! No military in the world marches better than the British !!

[@borbicus]

It seems like the RAF has the military police unit with the most members. You rarely see the RNP or the RMP but it seems like the RAFP has several members in each unit

[@stewartsnape2936]

Eagle squadron march and as sharp as a razor looking soldiers of the RAF

[@davidhoward5392]

Junior service having its day in the sun, one day they will be old enough to have traditions not habits, very impressive

[@sparks1504]

we're all brothers

[@nickhall2978]

The RAF Regiment do much of the drill,nick named Rock Apes,the road side guards from other RAF components

[@WedgemanToby]

What's the march that starts at 0.43????

[@dustin1931]

Eagle Squadron March

[@24kkerrison35]

my dad was the one on his own with the sword

[@robinaahmed5736]

It flew right over my school the jets no lying I swear