[John Locke]

You might like to know that the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders are the regiment featured in one of the greatest ever military paintings: The Thin Red Line, by Robert Gibb.

Here they are, standing firm against the Russian cavalry, at the Battle of Balaclava.

Just a reminder that, both for us and for the British, there are far more occasions for pride in our troops than for shame.

[centurion316]

Just a reminder that, both for us and for the British, there are far more occasions for pride in our troops than for shame.

Compare and contrast the conduct of soldiery, especially when well led and well trained, against that of the self-serving and sanctimonious media. In which institution would you desire your children/grandchildren to serve?