Royal Scots Dragoon Guards: Homecoming Glasgow 2014

The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards marked their return to Scotland with two homecoming parades. This one in Glasgow, followed by one in Edinburgh on 4 April.
Here the parade is accompanied by the Pipes and Drums of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards and the Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland.
The salute was taken by the Lord Provost of Glasgow, Sadie Docherty, and the parade was followed by a reception in the City Chambers. The regiment will return to Fallingbostel in Germany, but will move to RAF Leuchars in 2015 as a Light Cavalry Regiment.
MUSIC LIST
[00:00] The Glendaruel Highlanders
[00:37] The Atholl Highlanders
[01:05] The High Road to Gairloch
[01:31] Ho Ro my nut-brown maiden
[01:42] Scotland the Brave
[02:16] Heilan' Laddie

[@gdholmfirth]

While visiting from the US, I spent some time in London talking with a former Royal Scots Dragoon. We learned we shared the same opinion on many things and when we parted he gave me a hug. One of my proudest moments! Sharing a moment of male bonding with a Royal Scots Dragoon! I am former USAF.

[@ladderzombie]

I worked for a year next to these guys' barracks in Bergen Hohne. Sad to see them go, but fantastic to see them being welcomed home like this. Much respect from Germany.

[@stewartsnape1231]

You can’t beat the look and sound of the guards bands and soldiers, I could stand there all day and watch and listen to them march by

[@punjasandtyger4090]

Even as an American, when I hear Scotland the brave, it gives me chills every time during any march

[@KrautGoesWild]

Same here (Irish/German hybrid) 👍

[@teethadore]

My roommate at the New Kabul Compound in Kabul was a Royal Signals officer - his father-in-law passed unexpectedly and he was given an immediate emergency leave to return to England - he was picked up about 9pm by a detachment of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards who took him to Kabul International Airport to start the trip home. They were as competent and professional a group of men as I have met in over 30 years with the US Army.

[@paulofreire7520]

It always give me goose bumps when I hear the sound of the Scottish pipes. Brave and legendary soldiers 🙏🏻

[@camelo1495]

Not much else happening there

[@adrianjosejose9865]

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[@adrianjosejose9865]

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[@dariuszdareckiderbis4080]

my heart stayed in the kingdom forever. I am a former soldier of Scottish dragoons, as the only Pole I deserved there.

[@thedroidish]

The Poles are like the Scots of Eastern Europe. Give 'em hell Poland and give 'em hell Scotland

[@nigeh5326]

My Dad served in the Royal Scots Greys and he was 100% English but until the day he died he loved the regiment. I didn’t serve but I too have a special place in my heart for the regiment. Like many Poles you helped Britain and I thank you for your service. Dziękuję

[@dennissmith8199]

Such a great display of pride, bravery and tradition that few nations can match.

[@yermaw9661]

I was one of the grey berrets on that parade and its nice to see the support in the comments! Thanks guys! Means alot to the lads!

[@NoahSupermoto]

Which one tell me on which Minute we can see you

[@iainmcclain]

Yes, please do.

[@Love2Scissor]

If you don't mind, could you tell me the difference between the green and grey barret? Thank you.

[@yermaw9661]

@@NoahSupermoto haaaaa you think im A Walt? Trust me im in that squad

[@yermaw9661]

If you look close you will notice our bass drummer has a white bearskin? Real polarbear! Uniqueness of the regiment is infinite

[@MrAMYJACK]

As an Australian I love that fine men and women do their job to protect me and my family with costs to their own family. All I can say is I'm sorry for the fallen and those families that have to endure it. From me Gary Martin I remember. Lest We Forget

[@battlesharkey2152]

This is just amazing. Absolutely loved it. With all the respect from Germany!!

[@joyced5953]

Such a wonderful band and thank you for your service to your country and all mankind. greetings from the U S

[@jobadvbl]

Honour and glory from a german soldier to the scots.

[@grahammartin5299]

This brought tears to my eyes from a proud Scot in Australia

[@user-lo3iy1fs7b]

And the same thing came to my attention, he replied that someone from Australia forgot how and by whom this continent was inhabited - by thugs and convicts sent from England to hell (in the ass). And such ignorance of history exposes an imbecile and an oligophrenic .It’s enough for an unprofitable brain to read a couple of books.. But the hand doesn’t reach for writing, but not for analysis. It’s hard for hard-working brains.Kangaroo - so I don’t understand the local dialect, but the British thought it was the name of the animal... So you are - Kangaroo.

[@user-lo3iy1fs7b]

Not Sherlock Holmes, not Baker Street...?Not Conan Doyle?

[@sarmadusmani4792]

The way their steps are in perfect sync with drum beats is absolutely jaw dropping! 🖒

[@donalddumas6987]

In another video someone commented on how the bass drummer never takes a break until the parade is over. Now I'm noticing it in every video. Hats off to bass drummers everywhere!

[@tonyfitzpatrick6944]

We in Aussie are proud of you fellas. Stay strong and march proud .... you have all earned it mate

[@rancidbhoy]

I am Very proud to serve these boys working for them as a civilian chef in Germany is an honer and would like to say im so glad you boys and girls are finally coming home 70 years is a long time

[@ABNJIM10]

Absolutely outstanding...

[@butterbean4195]

I served with many British troops in Kuwait, Iraq, Afghanistan awesome bunch of people ill proudly serve with them again

[@dungtrumpet5490]

@john jack They're in the British Army, prick. Not the Caledonian Jock McHairy Highlanders.

[@Finkarhu]

@@dungtrumpet5490 Actually atholl highlanders aren't in the british army they are the only remaining private army in Europe, and act as the personal bodyguard to the Duke of Atholl

[@billsmith305]

Scott's are the best ,,from an Englishman ,lived in Glasgow,

[@petermartin2385]

The white bearskin the bass drummer wears is in recognition of the the fact that the Royal Scots Greys were amalgamated with the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards. The white bearskin was presented to the Royal Scots Greys by the Czar of Russia.

[@bernardgilbert8479]

Les royal scots grues ont combattu les allemands le 22 août 1914 dans mon village en Belgique (Péronnes Lez Binche) sous les ordres de sir Philipp chedwood . Ce sont des braves.

[@bernardgilbert8479]

Erreur de frappe : greys. Sorry.

[@nunghooilow682]

1

[@geoffreymollart7311]

Englishman here so proud of these lads

[@mbeautifulj8138]

no Audrey we never get bored hearing it miss you Scotland

[@richardjohnson5979]

Got to love the Scotties. Tough as nails with no quit in them. Love the pipes.

[@boblammas6250]

Beautiful. Made in the UK! Makes my heart swell with pride.😘

[@gabriellecrofts6664]

As an Australian, How very proud I am of my Scots and English ancestors and to all whom serve in defence forces God Bless you allxxx

[@col8713]

And english ancestors oh well can't have everything right you have my heart felt sympathy :-)

[@johnshort3897]

As an Englishman may I say how proud I am to live in a country that is in a union with Scotland. Also proud of Wales & NI. Be independent if that is your wish but please stay in the union.

[@anjajurgenssen6976]

without the beautiful Scots we'd be screwed ... c'mon we are all and I mean all ... stronger together

[@the180crew]

Good luck with getting us to stay much longer mate.

[@burtbacharach7946]

haha, no, We'll have the north back thanks.

[@bienvenidaheredia4336]

John Short 77

[@cameronstuart8943]

Cameron180 We are going nowhere pal, you are not a Scot we don't use the English word mate.

[@nunyabiznez6381]

The Scots sure know how to welcome their military back home!

[@gelul12]

yeah in my country people shit on the military its a shame.. no national pride

[@susanlittlejohn8054]

they fought forus

[@maureengillies9495]

Absolutely fantastic

[@andreapiscitello9389]

Ad scada Slide Dirigendosi

[@AgonoshiiAgone]

@@gelul12 pride is a weakness

[@ernstbecker1]

Salute ! Well done Lads ........

[@gerrywarde7796]

Love pipe and drums. Fantastic

[@Radio4ManLeics]

Very smart. Thank you for your service. Makes us all very proud.

[@jjjww975]

From one who has served with my British Brothers in Arms in Iraq - may God protect you and your families - your nation and Her Majesty and family. British troops are honorable men and women - I pray your government wakes up to the onslaught of terror heading to your isle and that, as a nation, you face it and deter it. God Bless you all - and keep sounding those PIPES AND DRUMS!!!

[@sethbennett617]

@john jack scotland is a country on the island of britain. It is british. Also every military has its moments. Its inevitable.

[@sethbennett617]

@john jack if you are going to drag this back to the dark ages then you are less correct than i am. The island we call britain was known by the celts of both england and scotland as bryton. Alba in the dark ages was used by the gaels of the highlands to refer specifically to the highlands. Not scotland, just the highlands. When the romans arrived in england they called it albion. They never called it britain. The term britain is just as scottish as it is english. It is a geographical and geological term. British is a term used to infere genetic likening. Not cultural likening. It does not imply any similarity with the english. So dont jump to conclusions.

[@sethbennett617]

@john jack also i am scottish myself. And im proud of it. Im also proud to be british. For some reason lots of scots have decided to lump our hate onto the english. When in general the english are good people. Dont spit on the common english man. He has done nothing to you. If you really have to hate something then hate the upper class. And dont say the upper class is mostly english, the bit of it relevant to you is as scottish as you are.

[@sethbennett617]

@john jack albion in latin means white. the romans called it albion. because the first thing they saw of the island was the white cliffs of dover. bryton is the term used by the peoples of the island that is GEOGRAPHICALLY called britain. Alba refers specifically to the highlands. aka anything north of the great glen. the south western isles are the dal riata (a term still used commonly by people nearby to refer to the area. the rest is broken up into the orkneys, shetland, aberdeenshire and the lowlands. end of. britain was not a term created by the english. it was created by the greater peoples of the british isles. and even if you want to bluntly refuse that the scottish are in anyway related to the english at all (which is bollocks you had to get to scotland by going through england) you can do that. you cannot however say that the big island off the coast of france is not geographically called britain. albion isnt an option, thats roman. you really dont have a choice. the fact is that the island is called britain. you cant deny that. sure you can spit racist nonsense and try and deny that scotland isnt connected to england. but nothing wil change the fact that scotland and england are irrevocably linked. you dont like us, which is understandable to an extent. but its also doesnt make sense. considering it was a scotsman that created the united kingdom of england, scotland and wales. so please i beg of you, just stop.

[@sethbennett617]

@john jack the common english man hasnt done anything to you, him and his ancestors going back for several 100 years have been struggling to survive under the crushing weight of ridiculously high taxes and the gradually stripping of his common lands (basically and english clearances) by the snobby upper class that he loathes with an unending hatred but cant do anything about because it has pushed into a position that he cant get out of. the scottish upperclass have done more damage to scotland than the english have. and you know that to be true

[@tommymagnusson]

This is totally friggin outstanding yes in deed

[@garystuart2333]

Step one: Click play this video Step two: While video is playing, get up off chair, stand and salute Step three: After video finishes, repeat step one and two.

[@mercian7]

The Pipes flippin awesome!

[@mikydees91]

Mercian7 we are the UK

[@bubbasmith4273]

As fine a group of soldiers in the world. Tough , professional. I would gladly fight with them again any time any place. US Army vet.

[@mikydees91]

I’m ex 45 commando, served with every thing with legs in Helmand. Thank you for ur service, made yank mates for life on duty , god bless you sir

[@kristianhansen2071]

You can't even use grammar, your obviously just lying.

[@mikydees91]

Kristian - I’m severe dyslexic, 45 commando n proud , not something to lie about tbh , jog on

[@albertoolmos21]

@Mr.M Politicians, not soldiers make the war. Every real soldier in the world, no matter the country, respect each other. Sic vis pacem para bellum. Nemo me impune lacessit.

[@synovialpig9983]

Kristian - He can’t use grammar. To quote yourself “your”, you mean you are or you’re. Dick.

[@theresajacko8243]

Just watched this brings tears to the eyes. So proud of you gents.

[@vinnyvalante441]

Mad props. All those men should be immensely proud. Scots forces are so amazing bad ass!

[@rmac8378]

These aren’t scots, they’re british troops marching in Scotland. Scotland has no military.

[@littleabbey1]

Absolutely very moving!

[@colethornton4285]

Sharp looking soldiers. Respects from a old U.S. Navy Chief.

[@ttonypayne5077]

Fantastic, "thank you lads" for doing your bit, it makes me feel so proud to be British. Who needs the E.U we have it all.

[@tommy44432]

I'm an American and US Army veteran. I I have never seen American soldiers march with such precision. The Scottish army marches with dignity, grace, dedication, and honor

[@rmac8378]

There is no scottish army, these are british crown soldiers loyal to queen Elizabeth of England

[@ernieperu22]

Outstanding!!!

[@OlgaNovakauskiene]

Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Thank you . very nice

[@bedrichzabrodsky1958]

Olga Novakauskiene is a tu

[@arctic004]

What I love to see is the way the guys are all different sizes and colours etc. yet march together in perfect unison. This is the RIGHT kind of diversity

[@asterixdogmatix1073]

Yep, plenty of Fijian soldiers serving in the British forces.

[@a.r.gentum6517]

I love the upbeat tempo. The Scots know how to properly play the drums.

[@theocoeleveld1445]

fantastic could watchit over and over

[@mikemackay86]

Glad these boys came home safe and sound. Please take care of them, they've been through alot

[@johnleach7879]

With tears, I welcome thee back home from that miserable place.

[@stevelesenko7282]

Brilliant!

[@negilama1418]

thank you so much I love this music

[@iainmacmillan2548]

For myself,if the pipes and drums don't get your blood going, you are probably clinically dead. Welcome home, lads (and lassies) and well done!

[@robertohesshess8773]

Sincronização perfeita é tudo magnífico, quando eu vejo esse vídeo eu começo a marchar hup,hup,hup,hup.

[@Pamela-bf2iq]

They’re amazing in person.

[@rogercotman1314]

Just love watching this video ........................

[@annemariestewart8233]

excellent i cry every time i watch this im so proud to be scottish

[@rmac8378]

This isn’t Scottish culture, these are British soldiers, you’re proud to be British which is different

[@mickthornley7210]

Well done, respect from north Manchester

[@gerakogiorgis]

so many likes!!!!!! greetings from GREECE!! from the others!

[@David-ko8hu]

Always so impressive.

[@GO-zg7ox]

Fantastic! I am 20% Scottish...I am very proud!

[@TheGrowler55]

It's in the Blood Bud.

[@patgarrett2152]

The British certainly know how to honor their their armed forces, Royal family and country! When they put on a parade it is always great to watch! Even the naval parade for the Queen was great to watch, it had enough everything from rowboats to the London Bridge saluting her, and she deserved it!

[@tomlucas4890]

Just a thought, if you like the pipes, just type 'homecoming Scotland' into the search box, then sit back and enjoy :-))

[@patgarrett2152]

As an American, I have always respected Queen Elizabeth! I can remember watching her coronation, but before that I remember how King George and his family stayed in London with their people during the war! Most other Royal families of many other nations, left for safety at the first sound of danger, but King George said they would stay with their people, and they endured the 91 days of Nazi bombing same as their people! And Princess Elizzbeth was out with the other young women as a VAD, (as I recall the name) driving and working with the other young women! How many Queens can say that?! She is a true Queen to her people!

[@justafanintexas7913]

@@patgarrett2152 - And her real last name is Sachsen-Coburg Gotha because she has slightly more German in her than English. Name was changed after WWI to Windsor.

[@dansmith1045]

justafanintexas she is actually more Scottish than English aswell.

[@justafanintexas7913]

@@dansmith1045 - Can't be. 42.1% German; 38.6% English.

[@brucevennell810]

I love those bag pipes,the troops and all are awesome! 💝

[@gregstarkcindywelsh1065]

They are ALL so handsome!! This is AWESOME!!

[@Br4m76]

This thing is fantastic. Hope you all stay in a good health during this pandemic up there. cheers from Indonesia.

[@mwduck]

Good lads. Desert Storm '91.

[@iversonjcameron]

Beautiful

[@michaelabowden2052]

Fantastic! Those kilts oo la la .. so proud to be Scottish descendant. Xx

[@mickthornley7210]

Respect to anyone who is/has served in any of the armed forces 👍

[@mgmmac36]

If this doesn't move you, you are absent of heart & soul.

[@HenryGarcia-oq6sl]

Awesome!

[@janandersen7932]

IM DANISH.....! And that is why we love You....!

[@crazybutnot2crazy706]

~~~A Fine Army, Indeed!~~~ From An American w/ Zero Scottish Blood.

[@margaretbennett8261]

Greetings and respect from Australia. Well done.

[@Roadcalldude]

Love this!

[@saudakar2004]

Parabéns aos Royal Scots Dragoon Guards!

[@user-yx9kq9tt1e]

每次看到雄壯威武的蘇格蘭風笛樂隊吹奏"魔鬼兵團"，被充滿活力的樂曲感動，也很想跟在隊伍後面，揮動雙臂，邁開大步前進。

[@boomjeep99]

I absolutely love this

[@robertgauthier640]

respect lads...from the states

[@Pete_952]

Got to love our Allies! Also, they're are friends, family and ancestors. Thanks for your Service!

[@toyman9642]

Respects from a Canadian.

[@higg13001]

Looking good guys!!

[@moema45]

Amazing ! 👍😀

[@carlosalmeida5238]

Proud of Scots Greys, the Birdcatchers!! Proud of Charles Ewart!! Scotland forever!!

[@brucesinclair5601]

Served in the Royal Scots Greys germany bfpo38 fallingbostel and Unficyp Cyprus UN1970 under HRH The Duke Of Kent was his radio opp in NI in the troubles !

[@saudakar2004]

Melhor vídeo de uma tropa escocesa! Vida longa aos Dragoons!

[@josephinegonzales2526]

I love this!!!

[@JorisK1980]

The High Road to Giarloch is f****ing amazing to watch and hear.

[@trajan231]

No wonder the RSDG pipe band have 2 albums under their belts. They are bloody good

[@brucesinclair5601]

Served in this proud regiment before amalgamation Royal Scots Greys &3rd Carrinineers ! Hence The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards !

[@willemp6432]

The Scots has by far the best marching bands in the world....

[@rmac8378]

these aren’t scots, they’re british soldiers

[@johnfitzpatrick4007]

@@rmac8378 SCOTS.

[@JohnvL]

When I hear a pipe band I get tears in my eyes. I really do not know why. Precisely the brass section make it complete! If I can, I make motorcycle trip through Scotland in the future. I think it already 1000x better than a beach holiday in Turkey. I know now for sure. From 0:37 part. I get goose bumps, nothing is better than analog music. PART 2 Goosebumps. Sure piece between the 37th 0:37 second and the 1:04 min. Top piece. Everything is right at my headset. Rhythm, pitch, melody, Tone, Harmony, Style, Dynamics. And believe me, I hear everything, not just the taste, situation or atmosphere can be a "match" but also technical side of the whole. I feel as if I am there. And there is the fact that it was recorded with good equipment and the acoustic situation is the finishing touch. Nothing but nothing is better than analog and acoustic instruments. I get "Goosebumps" of this. Because ultimately, it MUST all still be analog again! Let the source and everything in between, which then so be it, but this approach certainly summit of perfection. (I apologize for any translation errors) And of course, my respect for the men and women that maintain the world peace, uphold justice, and supervise.

[@alanjones6359]

Thanks to my mum i'm half scottish and bloody proud of it !!

[@user-he4mb5wk5p]

Respect from Russia!

[@matthewstewart5529]

A proud day, with proud men.

[@robertgauthier640]

So proud of these boys Blessings from the States. Welcome home

[@gianlucazinno3519]

Respect from Italy! 🇮🇹🇨🇦🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@munasir88]

Beauty of Schodland music 😎

[@stefanlewandowski345]

SUPER JESTEŚMY ZA GŁUPI ABY IM DORÓWNAĆ DZIĘKI DZIEWULSKEMU

[@basilbrush5993]

Massive respect

[@YARROWS9]

english loyalist Fantastic.British Brother👍🏻

[@elizabethrainey6612]

Brilliant

[@tilliling]

I love the Scotsmen and their bagdrums !!! You can be proud !!!

[@rmac8378]

These aren’t scots, they’re british troops. Scotland has no military.