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I use Tech Crunch to download stuff from YouTube.
You need to add .vlc to the file name once it is save abd watch the clip in somthing like vlc Media player
You need to add .vlc to the file name once it is save abd watch the clip in somthing like vlc Media player
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Video Diary
I was mobilised to work in JHF(A) whilst Ollie was recording this programme. To a man the 27 Sqn lot were brilliant, as you might expect - except for the day they left me to perambulate with bergan and kitbag from JHF(A) Main to Little Heathrow for a cab ride to Camp Bastion....
Ollie is extremely professional - an award winner in his trade - and a real gent to boot. His back catalogue includes the 'Tea Boy of Gaza' and 'Hypersex: The Story of a Sex Addict’ !
This video has now been put in a very special place on the FP lilypad for posterity: so many cracking people - AAC, RAF, attached arms - an honour to have served.
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Ollie is extremely professional - an award winner in his trade - and a real gent to boot. His back catalogue includes the 'Tea Boy of Gaza' and 'Hypersex: The Story of a Sex Addict’ !
This video has now been put in a very special place on the FP lilypad for posterity: so many cracking people - AAC, RAF, attached arms - an honour to have served.
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As promised, official details of the Freedom Marches for 1 R Anglian. The following Call to Arms has been put out by RHQ. I hope all in East Anglia who can, will respond:
The 1st Battalion will exercise their right to the Freedoms of Norwich on 22 Nov (1400-1515 hrs) and Bury St Edmunds on 23 Nov (1130-1245 hrs).
Regimental Secretary Norfolk is responsible for the organization of both events, the details of which are as follows:
• Norwich.
o Date: Thursday 22nd November
o Timings: 1400-1515 hours
o Route: Parade City Hall. March Gaol Hill, London St, Queens St, Tombland, Cathedral West Porch.
• Bury St Edmunds.
o Date: Friday 23rd November
o Timings: 1130-1245 hours
o Route: Parade Angel Hill. March Churchgate St, Guildhall St, Abbeygate St, Angel Hill, Abbey Gate.
Ensuring that the Vikings are welcomed home in a manner befitting their valiant deeds and considerable sacrifice will require your personal support and, where possible, your attendance. It will also require the support and attendance of the general public.
A Regimental Call to Arms has therefore been sounded; it contains a simple message: “The 1st Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment, known as the Vikings, have just returned from a 6 month operational tour in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. This magnificent fighting Battalion, representing the very best of East Anglia, has been taking the battle to the Taliban in arguably the most intensive war fighting campaign for over 50 years. Tragically, 9 of these brave young men have been killed in action in the service of their Country; many more have been wounded, some grievously.
The Head of the British Army, General Sir Richard Dannatt, is increasingly concerned about the growing gulf between the Army and the Nation. He has contrasted the outstanding appreciation that America gives to its armed forces with that of the UK, where we still have people objecting to a home for our wounded soldiers’ families. He has wondered how many local Battalions will be given homecoming parades when they return from operations.
Lt Col Stuart Carver, the Commanding Officer of the Vikings, has asked for a public show of support to demonstrate to our young soldiers that people at home understand and appreciate the sacrifices they have made. He would like to think that General Dannatt has nothing to fear – in East Anglia anyway.
"I intend to stand in the street to welcome home our soldiers. Who will stand with me?”
This message has been distributed to newspapers throughout East Anglia who may or may not choose to publish it; it is also being distributed as an email on the Regimental Email Address List; feel free to personalize it and
The 1st Battalion will exercise their right to the Freedoms of Norwich on 22 Nov (1400-1515 hrs) and Bury St Edmunds on 23 Nov (1130-1245 hrs).
Regimental Secretary Norfolk is responsible for the organization of both events, the details of which are as follows:
• Norwich.
o Date: Thursday 22nd November
o Timings: 1400-1515 hours
o Route: Parade City Hall. March Gaol Hill, London St, Queens St, Tombland, Cathedral West Porch.
• Bury St Edmunds.
o Date: Friday 23rd November
o Timings: 1130-1245 hours
o Route: Parade Angel Hill. March Churchgate St, Guildhall St, Abbeygate St, Angel Hill, Abbey Gate.
Ensuring that the Vikings are welcomed home in a manner befitting their valiant deeds and considerable sacrifice will require your personal support and, where possible, your attendance. It will also require the support and attendance of the general public.
A Regimental Call to Arms has therefore been sounded; it contains a simple message: “The 1st Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment, known as the Vikings, have just returned from a 6 month operational tour in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. This magnificent fighting Battalion, representing the very best of East Anglia, has been taking the battle to the Taliban in arguably the most intensive war fighting campaign for over 50 years. Tragically, 9 of these brave young men have been killed in action in the service of their Country; many more have been wounded, some grievously.
The Head of the British Army, General Sir Richard Dannatt, is increasingly concerned about the growing gulf between the Army and the Nation. He has contrasted the outstanding appreciation that America gives to its armed forces with that of the UK, where we still have people objecting to a home for our wounded soldiers’ families. He has wondered how many local Battalions will be given homecoming parades when they return from operations.
Lt Col Stuart Carver, the Commanding Officer of the Vikings, has asked for a public show of support to demonstrate to our young soldiers that people at home understand and appreciate the sacrifices they have made. He would like to think that General Dannatt has nothing to fear – in East Anglia anyway.
"I intend to stand in the street to welcome home our soldiers. Who will stand with me?”
This message has been distributed to newspapers throughout East Anglia who may or may not choose to publish it; it is also being distributed as an email on the Regimental Email Address List; feel free to personalize it and
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Give thepurplephoenix a nudge (see further up the thread). I sent him the VHS copy I had. He may a) have finished with it or b) make you a copy for a small donation.
Give thepurplephoenix a nudge (see further up the thread). I sent him the VHS copy I had. He may a) have finished with it or b) make you a copy for a small donation.
With a bit of help from a friend....
I have said documentary on a DVD RAM disc. Spoke to a mate in the bar who said he could record from the DVD onto his hard drive and then burn onto recordable DVD`s. All a bit too cwevver for me. So if possible I`m willing to attempt making DVD copies if anybody still wants them. Going away tomorrow for a week so not avail from me until Monday 5th Dec.
I`ll make the copies free and even post them - but perhaps I might invite those that want a copy to consider making a donation of, say a tenner, to "Help for Heroes"? Seem reasonable or not? Let me know.
I`ll make the copies free and even post them - but perhaps I might invite those that want a copy to consider making a donation of, say a tenner, to "Help for Heroes"? Seem reasonable or not? Let me know.
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Viking1751 said: As promised, official details of the Freedom Marches for 1 R Anglian. The following Call to Arms has been put out by RHQ. I hope all in East Anglia who can, will respond:
The 1st Battalion will exercise their right to the Freedoms of Norwich on 22 Nov (1400-1515 hrs) and Bury St Edmunds on 23 Nov (1130-1245 hrs).
A Regimental Call to Arms has therefore been sounded; it contains a simple message: “The 1st Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment, known as the Vikings, have just returned from a 6 month operational tour in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. This magnificent fighting Battalion, representing the very best of East Anglia, has been taking the battle to the Taliban in arguably the most intensive war fighting campaign for over 50 years. Tragically, 9 of these brave young men have been killed in action in the service of their Country; many more have been wounded, some grievously.
Lt Col Stuart Carver, the Commanding Officer of the Vikings, has asked for a public show of support to demonstrate to our young soldiers that people at home understand and appreciate the sacrifices they have made. He would like to think that General Dannatt has nothing to fear – in East Anglia anyway.
"I intend to stand in the street to welcome home our soldiers. Who will stand with me?”
The 1st Battalion will exercise their right to the Freedoms of Norwich on 22 Nov (1400-1515 hrs) and Bury St Edmunds on 23 Nov (1130-1245 hrs).
A Regimental Call to Arms has therefore been sounded; it contains a simple message: “The 1st Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment, known as the Vikings, have just returned from a 6 month operational tour in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. This magnificent fighting Battalion, representing the very best of East Anglia, has been taking the battle to the Taliban in arguably the most intensive war fighting campaign for over 50 years. Tragically, 9 of these brave young men have been killed in action in the service of their Country; many more have been wounded, some grievously.
Lt Col Stuart Carver, the Commanding Officer of the Vikings, has asked for a public show of support to demonstrate to our young soldiers that people at home understand and appreciate the sacrifices they have made. He would like to think that General Dannatt has nothing to fear – in East Anglia anyway.
"I intend to stand in the street to welcome home our soldiers. Who will stand with me?”
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Looks like the beeb will be showing the build up to the casevac scene from the documentary.
BBC News - Life at war captured through the eyes of soldiers
I hope the standard is as high as the One Life pgm
Stay safe to all those serving
BBC News - Life at war captured through the eyes of soldiers
I hope the standard is as high as the One Life pgm
Stay safe to all those serving
Chinook flying stays the same....no matter the War or the outfit....Hand Salute to the guys in Afghanistan!
Amazing how brilliant muzzle flashes are under NVG's! I would be flying around with my eyes closed!
Amazing how brilliant muzzle flashes are under NVG's! I would be flying around with my eyes closed!
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Sounds the same footage that was shown on the Ross Kemp programme a couple of years ago. Ross spoke to Mrs Gray....very moving.
And post #77 on this thread.
And post #77 on this thread.
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