stand back move out of the arch way

#horseguardsparade #london #thequeensguard

[@libbybethuk]

Years ago when my youngest son was 8 we went to london to visit for a week. I asked a guard could i take a photo of my son with him. He noded i put my son a distance from the guard but they would both be in the picture. The guard moved next to my son. I was surprised but thrilled. I took the picture and thanked the guard. My son was smiling he thanked the guard as well. If you treat them with respect they are lovely

[@creatingcosm6210]

Exactly

[@deborahburroughs8905]

Hey thank you I have always heard such bad things it’s nice to know they aren’t true!

[@robert48719]

​@@deborahburroughs8905 I cant blame them. If I had to stand still for a view hours, not even being allowed to have a quick chatter, ignoring back pain wearing these lange hats which can become unbearable at summer with people ridiculing me, rubbing their bodies against mine for a picture or provoking me simply for getting some reaction for a viral video....and all of this every day - my friend I wouldnt only be grumpy, I would be totally pissed off. People forget their morals and respect when their tourists sometimes

[@LeRAppelislaM]

Vous parlez de lui comme un animal 😂😂

Thank you for being respectful toward the Guards on duty. ❤

[@arivanilla]

Some of them standing so close their bodies touch him....they obviously forget he's a human

[@Ziro666cpm]

Lol yea he had a lot of patients any other one of the gards would shout and stomp

[@Ziro666cpm]

You can tell he’s hot bc he doesn’t have the energy to yell or stomp

[@user-xs8bt7fn2e]

I know right?? Talk about invading personal space? He's a human being!

[@isaiahpatton5558]

What’s his job done exactly to stand there and be useless? Wtf is he gonna do if someone tries to harm someone with that goofy ass outfit.

[@arivanilla]

@@isaiahpatton5558 It's called tradition it's ceremonial job, monarchy countries have them not just uk. There are armed police nearby and the cavalry is inside the building they will show up if needed

[@bromenezare7260]

I think this guard is extremely polite to say it calmly despite all the people without any education taking photos of him with no hello nor thank you.

[@sergkondenko4684]

Impeccable dedication to duty! Y’all deserve way more respect than this; keeping your country alive. From America to Britain I salute you brotha 🫡

[@michaelmcgrath1733]

This guard has an insane amount of tolerance.

[@thynguel]

Yes, I was fuming in his stead

[@Slithey7433]

They all do. One can proudly serve their king and country, but being expected to tolerate humiliation is asking too much.

[@senhorderlan]

😂

[@patriciadavis2506]

​@@thynguelno point in that, you only make yourself ill, just let it go, they're going to carry on doing the same thing over & over, now you can understand why the guards have so much patience, bless them all, Amen!😮

[@starrbowie8649]

The guard behaves in a racist, possibly Islamophobic manner. When at least three blondish, European-looking women move in very close to him, he doesn't bat an eye, but when two very dark-haired young women who could possibly be of non- European descent approach him, he rudely tells them to back off when they are a foot away! Clearly this is a case of discrimination. Some of the guards are dignified in their manners and deportment, and their horses seem to welcome the public's attention, which the kind guards do not discourage. A relative few of the tourists are obnoxious. I think many of the commenters on the guard channels do a disservice both to the decent guards and to the tourists by rather indiscriminately endorsing the unwarranted rudeness and arrogance of some guards and harshly criticising clearly innocent tourists. The royal guards have their jobs primarily for the tourist dollar. They are unquestionably trained military personnel, and they could certainly be lethal with their good command of large well-trained mounts and big swords. However, they would avail nothing in defense against modern over-the-counter weapons, and even a well-aimed surprise machete attack to first topple the horse would take them out, and certainly a grenade would. That is why the area is simultaneously patrolled by heavily-armed modern military guards to protect the mounted guard as well as the royal residences and personnel. Clearly, the mounted guard is there for ceremonial reasons, 1) to appeal to domestic and international tourists whose funding is a critical part of England's economy, 2) to use pageantry to keep alive sanitized popular notions of the breadth and depth of the historical impact of the British Empire on the peoples of the world (covering up the killing of 165 million Indians, hundreds of thousands of Kenyans and other indigenous peoples, causing the butchery of Palestinians through support for racist Zionists, violently exploiting the lands and labor of Ireland and Scotland to the point of forcing many of our ancestors out of our homelands into the diaspora, etc.) While a tiny percentage of the tourists can be discourteous, the steady criticism of them as a whole as rude and stupid is very unfair and often hypocritical and zenophobic. The signs posted that warn that horses can bite and kick and that forbid tourists to touch the reins are only in English, and most of the tourists do not come from the elite economic classes that give members access to horses, so they don't understand signs of agitation. The tourists are often in awe at being near such gorgeous creatures, maybe for the only time in their lives, and every species of animal instinctively seeks to touch what it loves. It is sickening to see the contempt shown by some guards and many commenters for the unwitting tourists who clearly mean no harm and whose interest actually honors the myth of England, especially considering that the British tourism industry invites them to enjoy themselves. Shame!

[@BlazeBaby]

I feel like they shouldn’t be allowed to walk up and take pictures with these guards. They are on duty and not a Disney land attraction. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@neideccc2306]

Verdade ❤

[@maedeanjo4306]

Isso q penso kkk me coloco no lugar deles, e penso q me sentiria um mico de circo... uma atração diversão de parque 😢 😂😢

[@jacobhaussmann90]

They are there for photos they ain't protecting shit with a sword

[@rosanafirmiana970]

Concordo plenamente.

[@nmew6926]

It's a tourist attraction

[@ashtonelaine7849]

From the usa here. Respect. I swear the guards detect good genuine ppl. ❤

[@MTRBR-mp7wj]

the horses too

[@anaturna9316]

Aunque parezca una estatua no lo es, si le das las gracias te oirá y se sentirá reconfortado aunque no pueda demostrarlo 👍👍 bravo por su paciencia señor guardia❤❤

[@danc3488]

Legit the calmest "stand back" I've ever heard from a King's Guard. Didn't expect that.

[@him050]

Yeah I was watching this thinking to myself that none of these people are being disrespectful so if he suddenly screams at the top of his voice to make way that’s gonna be a dick move!

[@carmendediego8589]

Me extraña que parece que se rozan con el y calla y con estas que pasó,no le qué le pusieran en el centro😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@da7382]

​@@carmendediego8589las dos señoras mayores lo tomaron desprevenido😂 pero a estas dos se les veía la intención de hacer alguna travesura para luego subirla a sus redes, bien por el instinto del guardia.

[@theonlysurene1]

Thank you I did not know what he said an that he could speak. 😮

[@Jimmy-gk1de]

I think someone was coming through that's why he didn't shout, just letting them know to stand back.

[@internetpersona3192]

They do not need chill guards, they need respectful visitors.

[@jesusalmanza3964]

They don't need that guard. The real guards are behind that man in red

[@morganrussell8150]

Totally Agree 100%

[@djbetogears]

Así es

[@nanadasilv914]

Agree

[@lucienearaujo8443]

Ficam se encostando neles, incomodando, elescestão trabalhando e é cansativo ficar assim numa posição só. Devem ser comprometidos e muitas ficam se encostando.

[@terridovey7648]

I can't get over how disrespectful some people can be. God bless you for your patience! 🍃🩷🍃

[@lewish_1476]

It's tourists that are issues.

[@lappmarksweden4582]

35 Years ago I had a chance to meet them. They are not a tourist attraction, they are the finest of the finest. Don't humiliate these soldiers! ❤️

[@user-bf8tv8xv4w]

It doesn't look like any of them are trying to humiliate him. If they can't be approached, then there should be signs that say so. And if taxpayers are supporting the outdated realm of the monarchy and all its pomp and ceremony , then the least they can expect is tourist dollars for the economy in return.

[@UpinsmokeXI]

@user-bf8tv8xv4w What are you even waffling about? They are active soilders on duty. They do not care about tourist they are there to protect the king and will most definitely be sent out to an active military duty elsewhere in the world. Learn your facts

[@leon__ore]

​@@user-bf8tv8xv4w"there should be signs" well, you're probably blind or colorblinded 'cause I couldn't explain why either you would ever think that royal outfit couldn't be a sign of something special. In other different countries you would behave with same ignorant attitude or you'll not bury your head in sand only when it's related to European countries, huh?

[@bearcat8817]

@@user-bf8tv8xv4wOh hush! There is a large sign on the front of the arch. This is ignorance on behalf of these people. This is his job, at this time and with all that's happening in the world one of these people might want to harm him(stab). The horses will bit you! There's a sign warning not to get close or touch the bridle and people do. Stay out of their space!!!

[@chrissytiya3025]

This was the most calm " Stand back " I've ever heard that's so nice..

[@lapatabelluda2240]

The booty has powers of the men on KZbin get crazy just by watching on videos imagine have it next to you

[@devilgodangel7392]

Exactly.... The others would literally yell oml

[@NortheastCorridorFilms]

@@devilgodangel7392 its their job

[@boonyanwa9217]

Nah its cause the household cavalry don’t need to be as strict. They will talk to you (obviously not a convo) but they will talk in a sightly calmer manner.

[@kelabell6505]

I am surprise he didn't knock them down 😂😂😂😂😂

[@ozymandias1758]

A most reserved Guardsman. He gave the gentlest stomp possible, and instructed the tourists to step back without screaming. The most Chill Guardsman I've seen yet. Respect.

[@SykeeNot]

Oh OK jeanloque1😹

[@-KIMISAFOX]

Likely because he understands his role has become tourist attraction.

[@freakinkrang5152]

I was going to say the same thing. They usually yell and stomp with aggression.

[@silverblueshadow]

It's cuz it's first warning, and they're not giving him a difficult time

[@solmoman]

​@@-KIMISAFOXIt's pretty obvious that it is. Could you imagine this job without any tourists or anything? Just standing still in silence wearing those silly outfits day in and day out without anything to distract your mind.. talk about torture

[@user-eh1cg9jt1q]

Милый спокойный мальчик! Дай Бог тебе всего что ты хочешь! Успехов и оптимизма! ❤

[@CenturyHomeProject]

These gentlemen do not play. I have nothing but mad respect for them.

[@Flutterby_]

I've noticed this particular guard is softer sounding, still authoritive and not to be disrespected, he is working, not just a photo opportunity ❤️

[@KombatGod]

I think it may also have to do with the fact that they're in an enclosed space.

[@KawiLover250]

And notice how the people listen immediately and don't get scared and offended. Kudos to this guard! He seems to know what comes with his position and how to respectfully afirm boundaries

[@margaritaparada3654]

Working? What a waste of money taxes here

[@Adam-mj5hl]

Working? Do you realize how much money tourism brings in for the Royal family and guard?

[@Sherafyk]

Serious question, but what exactly is he doing? Please forgive my ignorance, as I am not sure what the purpose of his role is.

[@a.sgecko5534]

That is officially the nicest stand back from a Queen guard yet!

[@florianmeier3186]

Well he is talking to young ladies. Why frightening them? And they somehow reacted immediately.

[@tukos7370]

@@florianmeier3186 nah I've seen them scream at young women before. This guard is quiet.

[@i.l6916]

@@florianmeier3186 they still got scared anyways. Might as well screamed and made the rest of us laugh

[@famed6100]

The power of being a woman.

[@BJJISTHEGAYPARTOFMMA]

No one’s taking into account he’s inside, and the majority of other videos are because they are outside? It’s a possibility.

[@No______Name______]

I've been watching these vids for a good month now. The discipline and patience of these soldiers is amazing. I couldn't stand or sit on a horse while other people constantly bother you for pictures. Amazing.

[@grigoriykarasev3262]

Women, do not cross the boundaries of what is permitted by clinging to him, he is a guard and a man

[@kittycatmommy2364]

After he said stand back he gave a nod which makes me think somebody was coming through and he was just alerting them in what I think was a very polite way to clear the area. He was so polite to everyone and nobody even said Thank you to him.

[@johnmh1000]

Agreed, but none of these idiots bothered to say "thank you".

[@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568]

the girl on his left was starting to put her arm around him; i think that's where he drew the line.

[@WOWAnimaniac]

​@@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568I agree. The two of them were "crowding" too closely.

[@Em22-wtf]

You can hear someone else talking in the background to make room.... There was someone coming through or something going on, they usually aren't out in front of the arches like that, they're usually behind a chain. It's crazy to see any time these guys come out of their positions, how ridiculously crowded in they are by people with tourist groups, it's almost scary... I'm sure not for these guys, they're military, but I'd be a little intimidated by 8-10 some odd people flocking around me to take a pic and I can't move forward unless I YELL... It's like watching a parade of stupid sometimes 😂 watching these ignorant tourists. On the other hand, I am pretty sure you're not supposed to talk to them. They won't answer and I'd probably feel like Id have to take my pic and keep it moving, not talking to them.

[@paulcrawford6911]

I noticed that also. What a world can't even say thank you.

[@jayrivera5446]

Leave them alone and just take a dang picture of only him standing there 🤦🏻‍♂️ its extremely frustrating when these weirdos get all close constantly having everyone one after another for a dang picture

[@sandragini2452]

Questa giovane guardia e' severa con i maleducati e dolcissima con le persone rispettose. Ti adoro.❤

[@divet8596]

This guard was very patient! He didn't scream like most other guards do!

[@tomtalk24]

You should shout, else you're not a solder.

[@tonybrett5209]

You make yourself heard. No nonsense. That voice in the background will be the armed Police officer floating around.

[@georgevavoulis4758]

The very least these people can do is dress up more decently and not like they're broke university students out getting a welfare check

[@hughjazz2408]

Well poor boy got nervous when them hot women walked up lol

[@AvonLeonard-tn9lx]

Why all of a sudden he tells the girl to stand back when he's allowed at least half a dozen others practically crawl up his side. She seemed so hurt. Why tell only her to stand back? NOT RIGHT!

[@dscrant1776]

He understands that it's a tradition and that people come to see them and take pictures. He gave them their photo opportunities but enough is enough. Gotta respect that. And he was very polite in letting them know

[@gudfud3787]

Why do you care? He doesnt even know you?

[@misslaurap]

Exactly they took liberties at the end

[@misslaurap]

@@gudfud3787 why do u care ?? What someone thinks ? Hypocrite

[@gudfud3787]

@@misslaurap well i didnt say i care about what anyone else thinks did i? And he can fanboy over him if he wants to but what im trying to say is that he shouldn't be praised. There is things these men have done that will never see the light of day, and yet you want to defend them

[@gudfud3787]

@@THFC_Fans7 yeah, training themselves to their own demise to the people they know and the ones that are unknown to them

[@stanggirl70]

They look so handsome in their uniforms. I bet their moms are so proud.

[@Arielzis]

They don't even say "hello" "can i take a picture?" "Thank you". And they called from the 1first world! 😂😂

[@ROYALROCKETRONIN]

He’s counting down the hours/minutes/seconds until his shift ends. 😂

[@user-hw2zd1jg3w]

Bom dia com certeza se fosse eu ia ficar de saco cheio disso o povo tem que entender que ele tá em pé ali é o trabalho dele não é para tirar foto não oxe 😠😡

[@seattlemarinersnews]

He's saying "I f*cking hate my life" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@carpathianken]

It's like when people get up too close at the supermarket. It's a really uncomfortable feeling

[@amandamazuera4386]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@nadianazariodiaz6696]

Estar ahí durante horas debe ser una tortura.

[@user-dh6kp6gs9w]

Я представляю сколько воли надо иметь , чтобы терпеть этих бестолковых туристов .!

[@neideccc2306]

👏👏👏

[@emanalkhateeb3122]

ليش حكمتوا عليهم انهم أغبياء بالعكس،،، هذه مجرد صوره للذكرى،، للحارس،،، كمان وجه جميل للاناقه واللبس، الجديد كمان التصرف الجميل،،،

[@cherylkerby4474]

Most of them are just curious AND stupid.

[@user-nn3zt1vq7j]

Мои родители в 1996 году тоже фотографировались в Лондоне с королевской гвардией, но имели к ним уважение, так сильно не прижимались.

[@graemerutherford6038]

The patience of this man is to be admired

[@cm8188]

I actually lowered my volume expecting him to scream out loud like the others. He's so polite!!!

[@Marc76-qt7vp]

me too, I was expecting a vocal explosion!

[@KeldonRaven]

he was very mellow about it and was about about the receive a drill command as he snapped to attention as he politely asked them to move off. Clearly he was about to be ordered to march off post to be replaced.

[@Marc76-qt7vp]

@@KeldonRaven thank you for your explanation.

[@LALopezWei]

​@@KeldonRaven Spot on! For a second I wondered why with the last women he behaved differently, then I realized he saw he was about to receive an order. Better for them he quietly tell them to stand back rather than yelling at them when his superior calls out the order and he has to yell at them to move away.

[@Natalya_Sorokina]

Я тоже 😁

[@kevinfranca7397]

This Queen Guard is very polite. The most soft "stand back" I have seen in my life.

[@Envizive]

Fr

[@brianmclaughlin4419]

The Queen is dead, Long Live the King !!

[@Cheeseyman.]

@@brianmclaughlin4419yo dont do that long live the queen but at least say rip

[@oo-rl4ph]

​@@brianmclaughlin4419nah, murdered Diana, he's dead

[@godwarriorheaven6496]

😊 so true, I just thought this to myself. How cute is he. (Sorry for the errors).

[@Robert-oz9fy]

He put up with that longer than I thought he would. He’s not a figurine that you take a picture with and act like he’s inanimate. He’s a real soldier defending the King.

[@susy7644]

Estará agotado de las horas que lleva parado como estatua aparte de la gente que está dele y dele con sus fotos... Hasta yo me asusté cuando dió esos pisotones bien firmes 😳😂🤦 Admiración absoluta hacia estos leales guardias. 💪💪💪👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@1245broadway]

I feel sorry for these guards being treated like an inanimate statue instead of the respect military personnel deserve. This guard was extremely patient & kind.

[@marchfish8506]

It's sad how they look at the Guards as being action figures or something. Those visitors lack home training and respect.

[@solmoman]

​@@marchfish8506you think they would yell if they caught you licking their boots?

[@Pamela_Meckley]

I didn't understand why they even allow it *at all.*

[@prayunceasingly2029]

​@Pamela_Meckley tourism perhaps 😊

[@hoofhearted1102]

Let's be honest they serve no purpose 😂🤣 half of London have knives the same size as their sword! A pointless tourist attraction and nothing more

[@katie85257]

I'm amazed how respectful and calm the guard is. Thanks for his service and patience.

[@mrstiffanyalexandrashain4489]

They’re highly trained combat soldiers that have the understanding that civilians pose … about the same threat as flies. They’re composed as fuck though huh… constantly evaluating their surroundings and acting accordingly. They remind me of MMA fighters who never would use their skill when Joe Schmoe talks shit in the real world because it would be an unfair an unethical match.

[@lindathomas6116]

@@mrstiffanyalexandrashain4489 Excuse me… l was wondering, exactly how much fuck does it take one to be “Composed as fuck.”? I suppose it takes about as much fuck as it does for one to be mad as fuck too.

[@user-dc6mg2rk8p]

Thank you for your service? 🤮

[@Julia-ib8qu]

He really is.

[@williedoran1481]

​must be an American with the thanks for your service rubbish @user-dc6mg2rk8p

[@user-nd5lb1th5d]

彼は、有事となれば死を賭けて戦う意思を持って今日もここに立っています。平和な世も、旅行客に囲まれても、彼らとは一線引いている事は忘れてはいけない。衛兵とはそう言うものです。私は日本人ですが彼らの強い意思は尊敬に値します。決して敵にはなりたくないものですね。

[@user-ke8xq2yx6x]

Showcthese gentlemen RESPECT, THEY ARE THE KING'S GUARDS!!!!!!

[@daveiacov8858]

When he said stand back he was very nice about it. and as the one comment said, no one even says thank you. or thanks for your service sir.

[@Skeet-xg5gg]

@Irelands eye 🇮🇪 oh Ireland get over the the fact england took some your country you shouldn't be so weak, without england you would probably still be living in huts

[@Armed-Forever]

@Irelands eye 🇮🇪 😂😂 after stealing iraqi oil, sad truth but truth

[@DixieNormus_69]

@Irelands eye 🇮🇪 Still technically service😂

[@singlewhitefemale1707]

You are right. Not the first thank you and he was very respectful in his request to stand back. Sad how people feel entitled.

[@MrMarcec85]

Because they were nice girls and he knows it... they only went there at the wrong time...

[@bejaminmaston1347]

Dang he was so polite even after them invading his personal space like that

[@The0neM00n]

People need to understand these guards are on duty and are humans with emotions too,they should be respectful towards them.

[@MariaRodriguez-me8db]

I applaud the patience and fortitude of the King's Guards dealing with rude, touchy, ignorant people. He is not a statue but a full-blooded human being and a soldier serving his country. You wouldn't want strangers touching you or leaning against you every day, all day long. So respect his space.

[@jamesoakley4570]

that was the calmest Stand Back I've heard a guard say 😅

[@wynellferguson8979]

He was just tryna let them kno someone boutta tell them move

[@kirtenraj2111]

Yo

[@shebakirven1571]

You can see his posture change up 😓

[@tameraburke4490]

They're humans; respect them, they're all actual soldiers, not Disney characters. I would take a picture of the guard, but certainly would not jump in and take one with him. Some people are rude and clueless.

[@Max2Music]

Tout à fait d’accord avec vous. Ce sont des soldats et non des statues…

[@ankitachandel]

Then why are they dressed like that … makes one forget who they really are … in an army uniform no one would even dare come close

[@nece_ona_nidje]

​@@ankitachandelБаш због тога.

[@CLV9843]

​@@ankitachandelese es su uniforme real, y no porque sea diferente a los demás quiere decir que pueden invadir su espacio y cruzar límites

[@anaesparza6681]

Even being Disney cast members, they have to approve the approach from anyone that close. People so disrespectful

[@user-wz6fg9rh4t]

В одном из подобных видео я писала, что не могу представить, чтобы почётный караул кричал, как обычно орёт королевская охрана. Хочу забрать свои слова назад , потому что представив себя на месте этого стражника, я бы орпла ещё не так, как они! Чрловек стоит неподвижно долгое время и каждые 2 секунды к нему подходят , чтобы сыотографироваться с ним, как с диковинной зверушкой. Каждому, каждые 2 секунды спокойно не возможно просить отойти. И это проимходит каждый день

[@susancerruti6410]

Some of these people look like they want to do this as a challenge to see how close they can get. No concern for personal space. This man is doing his job.

[@swalker6974]

Can you imagine being at work and strangers coming next to you literally every second to have a photo.That would send me over the edge.

[@mrjaks202]

At least it's better than disrespecting the gaurd, from what I've seen on other videos, the tourists in this video are really nice and they don't cause any troubles, which is something we don't see much, yes they should've said thanks and not touch him but they still managed to keep a nice memory without causing drama

[@karolagudrun8632]

Same here ..would drive me nuts 😡give me my Space

[@travelwell6049]

Even if it’s your job to dress up and stand there for the tourists to ogle you?

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

swalker6974, just watching them making a fool of themselves is bad enough. As you say, they should not stand next to the guards at all.

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

​@@travelwell6049 It is NOT their job Have you learned nothing ?

[@missharry5727]

Just let the poor chap do his job.

[@SHANKSDROUX]

People seem to forget that they are still fully trained soldiers from the army

[@Granite-wz6iw]

That has to get old being around these people all day.

[@troutriver8659]

What job would that be ? He’s the most pointless human being on planet earth

[@iansolo24100]

A poor clown yes

[@chrismacleod305]

He wouldn’t be in a job if it wasn’t for the tourists in all honesty what’s the need

[@JMHarris-re1wg]

They are real military soldiers They know what this post entails He showed a lot of patience.

[@brianpatrik]

They flanked him on both sides...they immediately became a threat

[@johncooney93]

A threat? No haha this royal bs is ridiculous. This guy seems cool but he's not doing shit with that sword

[@williamoneil9787]

​@@johncooney93Looks like we've found the village idiot.

[@chaimbentorahministries1668]

Yes!

[@andreass3503]

​Why are u talking shit? @johcooney93

[@Domjot5569]

​@@johncooney93 you'd be surprised

[@Pazzazz11]

I hate strangers in my space. The guard was quite tolerant. It’s a matter of SECURITY too.

[@fritzhenning1]

WOW SECURITY....so why is he wearing funny clothes? He's foremost a tourist attraction.

[@carloszarzoso1724]

​@@fritzhenning1he is not a tourist attraction. Tourism come to see. Learn British history. Not the woke slave stuff.

[@carloszarzoso1724]

Not one person said thank you.

[@fritzhenning1]

(1) Tourism (sic) come to see = tourist attraction; the Guards are one of our main tourist attractions, why else do they appear on publicity material, tea-towels etc etc; (2) I suspect I know a lot more about British history than you; did you study history at university? (3) What is 'woke slave stuff'? Are you suggesting that the British had nothing to do with the slave trade; that British slave owners/traders welcomed its ending; and, that there is something wrong in drawing attention to this awful stain on British history which you, apparently want hidden, or didn't know about?

[@peterbilt-bo1vy]

​@@fritzhenning1If you actually don't know any better than that you shouldn't be allowed out in public without a keeper. Their uniforms have been designed from hundreds of years of experience and tradition and no matter if you can comprehend that or not you should still behave as if you have common sense. Be respectful.

[@borisspassky1455]

These guards are a tourist attraction with bright red attractive uniforms, helmet and lengthy boots.

[@Cynthia-ok5iy]

I wish ppl would respect these men more than they do

[@Godzzbinzz]

Not one of them said thank you

[@samc12345]

The woman with the white shirt blue jeans and sunglasses gave him a "thank you wave". I guess she forgot that she's still allowed to speak even if he can't.

[@almarc3747]

Why would they

[@jarrid.b]

I was honestly thinking the same thing. I know he can’t say anything but still….

[@asurfadventurelife11]

No one of then ask please

[@milton7131]

That's called entitlement

[@DaisyMae439]

Unbelievable. People just accept this, don't ask any questions. Like why do these supposed royals live in such luxury, why so many other people live in the poorest of conditions. I live in America, and I can tell you, the people here are waking up to all the lies we have been told!

[@robharris8844U]

Yes, but in your precious "Republic" your President is living in luxury and wealth and treating the Oval Office as a retirement home! So who are you to make snide comments - get your own house in order 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@DaisyMae439]

@@robharris8844U I actually did admit that our country is pretty much doing the same thing!!! But millions of people are actually waking up.

[@robharris8844U]

@@DaisyMae439 In U.S people are "woke" I do not think thats the same thing as waking up. 300 million population and all you have is Biden or Trump lol 😆

[@sikay6340]

I was really surprised that they were able to get so close and physically touch him. That’s a lot. This young man is a person and he’s doing a job. He’s not a statue. Handsome and polite hahaha those two girls got a bit of a startle when he said “stand back” 😂

[@KunoichiL3e]

They aren't supposed to touch them like at all. Before they used to yell at them for being that close or making contact

[@triviathomas-hemans3773]

Imagine if he had yelled it

[@Yorkie2]

They're not usually allowed to stand so close, a lot of Guards don't allow it.

[@TomO-nx1bd]

I think this is more a tourist attraction kind of thing. They know some tourists will break the rules from time to time so they aren't that strict.

[@mariannep4731]

He's a sweet young man. They shouldn't be touching him but he's accepting it.

[@ps-yk8su]

Until a young woman did the same and he took it out on her

[@tracyparker550]

​@@ps-yk8suI think it's bc there were one on each side. If he has to react it would be hard to with being he is in the middle then.

[@edstar83]

​@@ps-yk8su He's a guard on duty. A real professional military soldier. Not a Disney mascot.

[@River-rox]

​@@edstar83exactly what I was thinking!

[@kurt479]

He was actually quite polite to Them, they were about to get knocked over 😂

[@Snookertipsworldwide]

He shot through. He thought one of the girls was going to stick a knife in him. 😅

[@Rosarossa.0_0.]

That's my favourite guard, always so nice, even when telling them to back off ❤

[@Brembelia]

If this is the guard who broke protocol and smiled, he's my favorite, too. So polite. Even to people who have forgotten to be polite themselves. He's a credit to the Crown.

[@user-ol8bb8cl9h]

Household Cavalry, The Life Guards.

[@Jib230181]

At the end he was politely letting them know something was coming through the archway as he nodded to so them something was coming. Very polite Guardsman.

[@User-jr7vf]

Polite? He scared the girls. He should have just said "stand back" instead, he essentially traumatized them.

[@Ivan-ti5bv]

Eu sei que são militares em serviço e deve ser extenuante, mas é imperdível tirar uma foto de lembrança! Que uniforme bonito! Uma bela recordação!

[@sandiknotts7645]

He's a very handsome young man and looks smart in his uniform. I know his mum and grandmother are so proud of him.

[@highaltitude787]

You can hardly see his face! 😂 how do you know he’s handsome?!

[@sandiknotts7645]

@@highaltitude787 d Don't be jealous.

[@ilovehorses5714]

He's very kind and patient.

[@masqurin23]

Deep inside he’s thinking “I’ve been reduced to a tourist attraction…damn foreigners!”😅

[@livetv492]

😅

[@ahmadelayan2774]

😂

[@allytrudie864]

Well yeah, do people travel to England for the weather?

[@zenexhd5855]

😂😂

[@reahification]

It's because they were on each side

[@thewastedwanderer5787]

I will say, I think he handled this all as a true gentleman, well done lad.

[@user-cp6od5cf8o]

Милые солдатики, представляете, если бы каждый кто сфотографировался с вами, присылали бы вам фотографии, у вас бы был целый архив

[@chrisharway8166]

His "stand back" at the end was very chilled.

[@rockoorbe2002]

Particularly for someone wielding a sword

[@bitTorrenter]

He was being polite.

[@constitutionalrepublic1966]

He is the first RF Military officer I’ve seen to state his, “Get back/Step away from the Arch” in a calm way. Every other one yells, but this gives these whole experiences a “Disneyland/Six Flags” feel to them. But everyone takes these police branches more seriously and know better than to get out of line, or treat them with disrespect like the RF Guards get.

[@therichvogues2591]

Didn't k ow u were chill like that... M.

[@jay-lm4we]

He said nothing to the woman wearing the cap that learned against him 🤷‍♂️

[@billabong9215]

I like the way he didnt scream and everyone still looked scared.

[@syi2295]

Why everyone felt the need to get so close to the guard that they were invading his personal space is absolutely mindblowing. The lady in the white t-shirt was rubbing against him she was so close; and the one in the black tank top was actually leaning into him! And standing in one spot, in full gear, not moving or shifting his weight from side to side is hard enough without tourists leaning into or bumping him. Be respectful as he’s performing his job/duty, so give him his space. He’s a real person, not a darn statue. And a “Thank you” to him would be nice! Smh 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@ToledoSolider]

The way that older lady posed looked ridiculous then just walked away like an NPC

[@JoseMorales-vw4qf]

Guard...Thank You for your service, sacrifice, professionalism, military bearing and tradition keeper. I very respectfully salute you.

[@michaelmyers3709]

Thank you for standing around all day for selfies.

[@craigcampbell1843]

Yeah. He’s so brave putting his life on the line like this every day. 🙄

[@dalehoward5416]

@@michaelmyers3709idiot. Do you not know WHY they stand there on duty. I pray you are never around to see them spring into action at a sign of danger. I would suggest to expanding your limited knowledge.

[@peterbilt-bo1vy]

​@@craigcampbell1843🤨

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[@Josh31287]

That was a very calm "Stand Back" from the Kings Guard 😊

[@1loudog]

Imagine if people walked into your work and stood right next to you and got a photo taken by your family of friend. 😆😆😆

[@cheryltubbe8071]

This particular guardsman love most!!

[@Patjuhhe]

I admire his patience 😅 He's very kind letting them take so much pictures.

[@veronicacrabtreehill6608]

Many pictures

[@robopainter5628]

Totally agree. He had enough of everyone getting too close

[@womblingfreee785]

He has no choice really

[@Patjuhhe]

@@womblingfreee785 he does have a choice. That's why this is so sweet of him. He doesn't have to allow this

[@chriscangelosi9438]

These men are not just some clowns in a costume, they are highly decorated and trained Royal Marines 😮

[@hisss]

I'd always thought they were Army, but either way not to be messed with. Defo not toy soldiers nor there just for entertainment, which a lot of people don't seem to realise.

[@truesoulghost2777]

I mean they aren’t but they sort of are also. You put some guards out for tourists in little costumes with horsies of course the tourists will make a mockery of it so the country did it to itself. Even if people didnt act like fools and left them alone it would still be a side show at this point.

[@heidim6885]

Not Royal Marines

[@camerondonald2479]

They’re definitely not Royal Marines they are part of the house hold Calvary which is army

[@BubblesDahmer]

What does that mean lol

[@wildmanlopez9772]

Those two probably aren’t used to being told to fuck off 😂 what a chad 😎

[@Fishdonut]

He's right, never let someone wearing flip flops in city coming close to you

[@kweenkayoz]

He was very kind and patient with his approach.

[@miathompson1172]

That young man is so patient.

[@alanwilliams2284]

That's not a relevant analysis.

[@miathompson1172]

@@alanwilliams2284 yes it is !

[@kathleenchaffin2591]

Lot of tourists rubbing against him! Dang... rude.

[@reveude]

always makes me laugh when they look at the guard for seconds waiting for some sort of acknowledgment. move along the world don't revolve around you 🤣

[@marchfish8506]

Love how He told the young girls to step back❤ Great job

[@RoseBushThorns588]

Yeah I noticed that he let everybody else come up like and stand right up against him but he only had a problem when the young girls came up... I mean I don't want to think things about him but I mean.....?

[@artisthusnatalal3099]

​@@RoseBushThorns588It seems the time on duty had ticked

[@bhall4996]

​@@artisthusnatalal3099 I think it's bcuz she got too close to his weapon (sword)

[@vanessabrown7736]

At least he didn’t yell at her , he probably was feeling overwhelmed

[@elizabethryan2217]

​​@@vanessabrown7736yup. And they do yell sometimes. Quite rightly, imo.

[@matytomek3574]

He's so nice, didn't stump too hard and said stand back normally. Respect

[@kayleystallings5732]

Wow, I expected him to yell. I wouldn't have so much self control.

[@kz200surabayakoncoansakmat9]

they're human too... RESPECT them!!!

[@junitawaigana4851]

The most calm stand back I heard by a guard 😂

[@MegaPW1]

Serious Guard but calm and polite...well done! 🙂

[@BetsyApple]

He knew the horses were coming through and was warning the visitors in a calm professional way. His family must be so proud. Great job fella. By the way he sounds like a Yorkshireman

[@skorpio156]

As an American Combat Veteran (Infantry), I would like to Salute these Soldiers.

[@williedoran1481]

😂😂😂

[@queenb1119]

Geez, the lady in the white shirt assaulted his elbow with her chest 🤦‍♀️😅

[@uriahturd9695]

She was the only one to thank him with a little wave too

[@meganpierandozzi2878]

They are not props, they are real soilders doing their job.

[@thefabulousmula]

bwahahahaha, you mean their job as tourist attractions

[@etherealhawk]

Learn some history mula. They're operational soldiers guarding a high value target

[@thefabulousmula]

@@etherealhawk The ceremonial door? bwahahahahaha

[@jacquimunns2093]

I salute you Sir....thank you for your service 🫡

[@rtsvoid]

Just ask him if you can take a picture. Being respectful grants you the world

[@ellareignwithsirlampsot]

Such a gentle voice. This is the guard I want to see if I ever make it

[@keredrellit3992]

That's a real solder who has probably seen some nasty action.

[@bernadettekavanagh9984]

There's no probability about it, he'll have just come back from serving abroad.

[@shirleyasag7875]

This guard said he was not going to get in trouble about the two "chics" who approached him to take a picture. As you can see, other tourists took pictures with him and some of them even touched him and he never moved nor said a word even when that old floozie grannie leaned into him.😂😂 He looked down the corridor before those two women approached him. Maybe he saw or heard something and thought "no way". We don't know the Royal guards rules and regulations. Being flanked on both sides may be considered a threat. There are a lot of crazy morons in this world. Remember they are highly trained and decorated military professionals. Respect must always be given.

[@eohippusone]

These soldiers are impressive in real life. Give them respect.

[@seattlemarinersnews]

This guy is like " I f*cking hate my life" 😂😂😂😂😂😂