Posted on 06/17/2017 2:12:39 PM PDT by NRx
The annual military parade in honor of the Queen's birthday. Say what you will about warm beer, the Brits do know how to do pomp and ceremony.
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It didn’t look like there was an actual driver holding the reins on those two horses pulling her carrige. Kinda dangerous ain’t it?
The Brits have some beautiful traditions and ceremonies. I would love to see a photograph of only the Queen and Princess Charlotte. The little girl’s face resembles the Queen’s quite a bit.
Cruise control?
Yeah. I guess they’re counting on the two out riders if it goes out of control.
Very profound
The Brits troop their colors
and we allow our to be burned, spat upon and trampled.
Cheers for Her Majesty on her special day!
That was spectacular, including the valiant 91-year-old Queen and 96-year-old Prince Phillip standing for long periods during the event. Just wonderful. Around minute 52 and 53 the technical military roles and the valor of the Irish Guards are described by the announcers.
From all the horse “crap” along the parade route the queen rode through, I’d say she’s being properly prepared for the mooseslime hoards soon to conquer her subjects.
Indeed, it was extremely impressive.
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