ALMA DAY CENTENARY - GREEN HOWARDS - SOUND 

(31 Dec 1954)
The 1st Battalion, the Green Howards present Arms in a general Salute on the arrival of Major General Robinson, Colonel of the Regiment. This Parade was taking place in Minden in Germany, to commemorate the Hundredth Anniversary of the Battle of Alma, in which the Regiment played so great a part. Many old comrades were there to watch the ceremony, besides the National Servicemen who are at present serving with the Green Howards. Regimental Sergeant-Major Rayner now hands the Regimental Colour to the Ensign, Lieutenant Johnson for the Trooping Ceremony. This Alma Centenary marks the first great Battle of the Crimea. The Regiment, known as the 19th of Foot, were given the task of crossing the river to lead the attack against the main enemy position. Despite fierce counter attacks, they stood firm until the supporting Regiments came up and the enemy were routed.
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