I hate to be picky but a term used in post 19 above goes along with others that get me riled. the Royal Artillery should never be referred to as the “British Royal Artillery”.. I’ve seen quoted in the press even, the British Royal Navy or the British Royal Air Force! Yes, there are other Royal Air Forces, but they are already distinguished in name, as for example, The Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Swedish, Royal Australian and so on. and if you really want to start a fight, don’t ever ask a Royal Marine, “So, what’s it like, being in the Marines” If the person is polite, they may just say, “Don’t know, never served in the marines!” If they’re not, they may teach you a lesson you’ll not forget!.. Best Regards, D.J., ex R.A.F. And ex R.A. (T.A.)
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