Why wait 20 years after an event? The query I have is why haven’t Army or Navy squadrons been awarded Battle honours for the same conflicts? (I assume Fleet and Land just haven’t applied).
I’m guessing the fact that this is an SDSR year, or whatever we are calling it this year, has no bearing on the fact that some at risk squadrons have been given battle honours and thus elevating their status, maybe to help save them?
yes, I’ve been told I’m a cynical bugger, they are all thoroughly well deserved though.