Armed Forces Day
IMHO,
One of the decent things recent governments have done. In the 30 years I served, we never had such days. I served at a time when we were being told to " travel to work in civvies". Because the IRA might get you. I remember as a Ground Engineer on the Herk, being able to travel from airfield to hotel in uniform, all around the world, except in the UK. It had the effect of giving most serving personnel at the time, the feeling that somehow our government was ashamed of us. I really think that seeing service personnel on our streets is synonymous with the value we put on our country. Anyone who has problems with our serving personnel, do not deserve the title of British Citizen. in the meantime;
One big Military Family.
When one becomes connected
To the military family
It does not matter which part one is in
You’ll always be proud of all three
Masters of the seas … The Royal Navy
Might be the oldest of the three
But they’ll still send enemies packing
To keep our waters free
Masters of the skies … The Royal Air Force
Put on breath taking show
When taking out a target
Before they even know
Masters of the land … The British Army
Our Brothers in Arms of course
Britain’s got no worries
Thanks to this truly awesome force
Operational tours can be very hard to face
With loved ones posted away
Facing so much danger
Putting their lives on the line every day
But our armed forces have another role
Through the hearts and minds they share
Building whole new lives for less privileged folk
Showing them that they care
When posted at home bases
They’re still away from home
But at least there’s much less danger
And they don’t feel so alone
Then there are the ceremonies
Each service playing their part
Regalia, pomp and circumstance
All delivered from the heart
Military shows
Truly spectacular displays
Showing the world what our armed forces do best
Whilst spectators watch on so amazed
There may be three separate forces
Each one serving a role
But they’re one big military family
Serving Britain – their ultimate goal!
THE BRITISH ARMED FORCES
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU – THANK YOU
© Michaela Turner (aka Kale) proud mum of a serving soldier
Bless you ma'am, and thanks.
Smudge
One of the decent things recent governments have done. In the 30 years I served, we never had such days. I served at a time when we were being told to " travel to work in civvies". Because the IRA might get you. I remember as a Ground Engineer on the Herk, being able to travel from airfield to hotel in uniform, all around the world, except in the UK. It had the effect of giving most serving personnel at the time, the feeling that somehow our government was ashamed of us. I really think that seeing service personnel on our streets is synonymous with the value we put on our country. Anyone who has problems with our serving personnel, do not deserve the title of British Citizen. in the meantime;
One big Military Family.
When one becomes connected
To the military family
It does not matter which part one is in
You’ll always be proud of all three
Masters of the seas … The Royal Navy
Might be the oldest of the three
But they’ll still send enemies packing
To keep our waters free
Masters of the skies … The Royal Air Force
Put on breath taking show
When taking out a target
Before they even know
Masters of the land … The British Army
Our Brothers in Arms of course
Britain’s got no worries
Thanks to this truly awesome force
Operational tours can be very hard to face
With loved ones posted away
Facing so much danger
Putting their lives on the line every day
But our armed forces have another role
Through the hearts and minds they share
Building whole new lives for less privileged folk
Showing them that they care
When posted at home bases
They’re still away from home
But at least there’s much less danger
And they don’t feel so alone
Then there are the ceremonies
Each service playing their part
Regalia, pomp and circumstance
All delivered from the heart
Military shows
Truly spectacular displays
Showing the world what our armed forces do best
Whilst spectators watch on so amazed
There may be three separate forces
Each one serving a role
But they’re one big military family
Serving Britain – their ultimate goal!
THE BRITISH ARMED FORCES
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU – THANK YOU
© Michaela Turner (aka Kale) proud mum of a serving soldier
Bless you ma'am, and thanks.
Smudge
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As far as I can establish, there was nothing free put on by the city of Nottingham, or its many businesses, for the forces. Yet they raked in hundreds of thousands of pounds. The only "freebie" I came across anywhere was crown carveries.
Armed Forces Day - Where the public get to show their appreciation and the forces get to work another weekend.
Armed Forces Day - Where the public get to show their appreciation and the forces get to work another weekend.
Muttywhitedog,
I'm not sure of your service experience but in my 30 years, from apprentice to Chf Tech. I learned two simple things. Firstly, you are paid 24 hours a day. Secondly, the weekend is whenever you get a couple of days off in succession, even if it is a Tuesday/Wednesday. Firemens strike in the late 70's was 6 weeks on duty, 2 days at home. I'm not convinced that your idea of a "weekend" would relate to many servicemens lifestyles or duty rota's.
Smudge
I'm not sure of your service experience but in my 30 years, from apprentice to Chf Tech. I learned two simple things. Firstly, you are paid 24 hours a day. Secondly, the weekend is whenever you get a couple of days off in succession, even if it is a Tuesday/Wednesday. Firemens strike in the late 70's was 6 weeks on duty, 2 days at home. I'm not convinced that your idea of a "weekend" would relate to many servicemens lifestyles or duty rota's.
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Originally Posted by smujsmith
Muttywhitedog,
I'm not sure of your service experience but in my 30 years, from apprentice to Chf Tech. I learned two simple things. Firstly, you are paid 24 hours a day.
I'm not sure of your service experience but in my 30 years, from apprentice to Chf Tech. I learned two simple things. Firstly, you are paid 24 hours a day.
Firstly, you are paid 24 hours a day.
As soon as 2400 was introduced (never actually understood that 2359 thing) even that free two minutes disappeared.
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the weekend is whenever you get a couple of days off in succession, even if it is a Tuesday/Wednesday
