Regimental Association Standard

UKSniper · 23-02-2010, 21:04

G'day Jungle, I thought I would post again as it's my democratic right to do so. Where have I heard that before? You tell me I have no business in discussing this because I left the UK. Perhaps you should read your own post again matey as it talks about democracy, free speech etc. Well I'm using my voice just as you use yours Cobber. Even though I'm thousands of miles away I'm still better informed than you. As the secretary, chairman and 3rd member of the Singleton Branch of the fledgling Royal Welsh Association it gives me the right to talk about this.

I can also spout qoutes -

'It is a small mind indeed that is afraid of trying something new or unknown'. Anon

'Knowing a lot of facts is not the same as being smart' - Anon

And my favourite in relation to this situation 'you've got to be in it to win it' - the national lottery.

As a point of fact I'm not afraid to put my head up above the fire step and I don't smoke.

Benny - I hope the Queen does present all the colours. That will make the day very special indeed.

coops13 · 23-02-2010, 21:38

well said Matt!!

**BennytheBall** · 23-02-2010, 22:08

UK Sniper its Bertie Bal 01l not Benny Ball 54 that asked about the Queen I hope it will be her.

Have a g"day Cobber

**jcj** · 23-02-2010, 22:28

Gentlemen I believe this thread is getting too personal and bitchy.can I suggest that the likes of myself, UK Sniper, Coops 13 and anyone else who has never served with the RWF stay out of this thread and leave it to the RWFCA as it is their business and clearly they feel very strongly about it. Could I also ask Jungle 1810 to resist having a pop at the battle honours of the 24th Regiment of foot which clearly inflames the likes of myself. Is it any wonder we struggle to get young people to join our dwindling ranks when we act like the old farts Statler and Waldorf from the Muppet show?

**Bob Bacon** · 23-02-2010, 23:07

The aim of the original post was simply to inform. It is now in danger of degenerating into a slanging match and repetitive stalemate.

There is a fine line between moderating and suppressing debate, however, as I've no wish to see further fuel added to the fire I have closed this thread.