AMERICAN REACTS TO DON’T MESS WITH THE ROYAL GUARD | AMANDA RAE 

They are super patient. People need to show them full respect.

All military deserve full respect. I’ve seen them being harassed and they deserve more as their not actors.

I think some Tourists think the Palace Guards aren't real soldiers. They are. Extremely dedicated ones and they are not to be messed with. You wouldn't go up to a Secret Service officer while he was protecting the POTUS, so why would you approach a King's Guard? Good video Amanda.

My grandad used to be a coldstream guard at buckingham palace !!! he told me some fantastic stories bless him !

Hi Amanda, the trooper from the Household Cavalry @4:50 was not deviating from his path, he was headed to his post, which is the exact opposite side of the courtyard from where the other three are headed.

I agree with you Amanda, it is rude to deliberately annoy people going about their business. I also think that some people do not realise that they are serving soldiers. Regiments take turns to guard the important buildings and people.

The difference is that the Emergency services are obligated to try to avoid contact with you. The Guards Regiments are within their rights to walk over you if you don't move. If you complain about it, the best response you will get will be "Well, you should have moved, shouldn't you"

Hey Amanda My friend is an officer in the Grenadier guards. He has done a number of duties serving as part of the royal guards. He said the last 10 years and the raise of social media has created a lot of issues. Hence the installation of chain fences around many guard positions.

People tend to forget that these are well-trained, active, soldiers who act as bodyguards to the King, not just tourist attractions. They need to be shown respect!

I was a queens guard for many years these incidents were far and few between , great video

There are also many instances of heart-warming videos where guards go out of their way to make people's days. Many tourists forget that the Guards are working soldiers doing their ceremonial job.

I think the Royal Guard are way too calm and patient with these people chancing their luck with them. It just goes to show the level of training that the Royal Guard has received just like any member of our Armed Forces. I am proud to support our Armed Forces any way that I can as a member of public through my branch of The Royal British Legion.

Love how you have embraced the British culture Amanda, keep on grunting

I was walking past Horseguards one lunchtime a few years ago and a couple were attempting to take some photos, the woman was standing alongside the horse and stroking its neck, the horse lost patience and stamped a foot on hers. The Blues and Royals guardsman had a wry smile on his face and I think the horse was smiling as well as she hobbled off back to her man.

I think the royal guard show a lot of patience and restraint. People forget that the guard are serving men, women & animals( yes people try to mess with the guards horses, I've seen it). They aren't tourist attractions. They are performing their duty of protecting the royal family and deserve respect whatever you may think of the royal family. They do however seem be nice to a lot of young children, especially when the children seem to show more respect than the adults.

You said it perfectly. You didn't really need to be told not to touch them. No normal person would. It's the people that DO need that said to them that you have to worry about.

The guard throwing a punch was fake

I am extremely disappointed with some people who have lack of respect to Royal Guard and they should learn that Royal Guard is the eilte solders who has experienced combat around the world. Thanks to try to teach lots of your country people about their duty to Royal family and I appreciate your efforts to raise awareness of our British culture 😊❤

Brings back a memory of Windsor Castle when I was young , and mum eventually had to stand with me a respectful distance away , when the photo came back ( it could be a while in those days ) just a hint of a smile . These are real serving soldiers and guard duties at Royal palaces are just one of their assignments . Its got to be just as difficult , but in a completely different way .I'm sure most people respect them and what they represent .

Those who do it have no respect for anyone.

you do not f*** with the Kings Guard. There are a few nice ones like a little boy dressed in a similar uniform saluting them as they went past. one of the soldiers came back and showed him into their ready room

Some people have no respect Unfortunately what people forget (or don’t get) is that these are serving soldiers

I think they do these things because of social media. Makes for a good post in their tiny little minds. I'm not saying it didn't happen pre social media, but it was probably far less common.

If you haven't yet you should check out the tomb of the unknown soldier in Arlington Cemetery both the changing of the guard and the guards reactions to visitors that get out of place

When I grew up, we just knew them as Guardmen and they were respected. I have always admired the mounted guards especially. We also have to realise these are serving soldiers and normally wear camo and can be found fighting in far away lands. My uncle was in the King's Dragoon Guards in WWII, sadly losing his life in Italy in 1944. Clearly the people who try to get in their way are complete muppets. Don't they realise the guys are armed and dangerous? Fortunately there has been no bayoneting of tourists...yet!

I think sometimes people, push boundaries with the royal guards, not thinking that they are highly trained soldiers, and could deck you in the blink of an eye,hope your doing OK amanda

❤ Love how British you've become 😂❤

Guardsmen are regular service members whose next deployment could be an active war zone. It’s a misconception that all they do is guard royal palaces. I bet that no one would do anything like this if they were in full combat uniform.

these guys and girls are trained to stay cool in combat - this is just a part of what the do.

Theyre really nice if you respect the fact theyre working and keep your distance

They have the right to shout at them. On Instagram I watch videos of the ones with the horses. Most of the time the horses & the guard are ok but when someone touches the reins it’s a totally different story & good for them.

What tourists don't understand is that these Queens Guards are active soldiers doing their job protecting the Royal Palaces / Houses and The Royal Family itself. They're not obliged to move when marching to their post or have people close them taking pictures. Would tourists do this to Chinese, Russian, or American soldiers? I don't think they would. People need to respect our British soldiers just doing their job.

0:25 Not what we've heard! 🤣🤣🤣

Tourists don't seem to realise that these are not "Chocolate Box" soldiers like in some 3rd world dictatorships! They are real soldiers who serve their country in war as well as in ceremonial duties! If they saw these men in the field they would totally crap themselves! I detest the lack of respect tourists display in these circumstances! If I had the chance I would beat the crap out of them! Of course the King's Guard are well trained in restraint! 🤣🤣🤣

Never ever mess with The Royal Guardsmen. I say thank you for your service

There are a number of clips in here where the’ guards’ are not real. I’m sure you can pick them out. A lot of tourists act moronically and the guards are patient up to a limit.

People seem to forget these are some of the most professional armed forces in the World. They have a job to do!

Some people seem to think that they aren’t real but they really are real soldiers who are doin cermonial duties guarding royal palaces n then be back out as regular soldiers overseas in years time if only people knew n yes the do deserve respect n have the right to shout

His "JOB" is to guard, and whilst he is "GUARDING" he is protecting. Challenge that protective instinct, you can expect to be warned vociferously, persist, then expect to be harmed. Look, admire, thank them for their service then MOVE ON.

You’re becoming more English by the day. “ job’s a good un”! 😂😂

I pood my new socks once. At bed time I couldn't get them off the normal way so I had to bring my leg up and pood them aff.

These are professional soldiers, they are trained to kill as soldiers and are there to protect the Monarch and Royal residents. How would these tourists feel if there national guards where taunted whilst on duty, as for the British people that do it, they should be arrested, charged and sentenced to a minimum of 6 month in prison, see if they think it’s clever when they come out.

These fellows are professional soldiers. They've spent two to three years training for this position so don't mess with them. Oh and that rifle and bayonet they carry aren't ornaments.

Bless them! Stay out of the way people 👍

Hi Amanda. Another great video. There are some disrespectful idiots about. I don’t know if you knew the uniform details. Grenadiers White Plume on the left, single buttons, Shoulder Royal Cipher. Collar Grenade Coldstream Red plume on the right. Buttons in pairs. Shoulder Rose. Collar Garter Star Scots No Plume. Buttons in threes. Shoulder Thistle. Collar Thistle Irish Blue plume on the right. Buttons in fours. Shoulder Shamrock. Collar Thistle Welsh White & Green Plume on the left. Buttons in 5’s. Shoulder Leek. Collar Leek

You show these blokes respect, and you don't muck about with them. Just because they are in ceremonial dress, does not mean they're a joke. They tell you to move - you move. They are protecting the monarch and palace. Go too far, and you'll find that (a) those are not toy guns, and (b) those bayonets are fixed for a purpose.

Some people are just ignorant to the fact they are military and have been deployed to conflicts all over the world . Its a shame .

Here in England ... if you drop a glove it will bring very bad luck to the person who picks up for you. Best thing is to tap them on their shoulder and explain that they have dropped a glove. Do NOT ever pick it up for them.

Some tourists are so disrespectful I am amazed how these guys put up with them for so long. Don't forget these men are soldiers, they are tough too.

Maybe if people realised that the Guards Regiments will serve in active war zones just like any other soldier they might have a smidge more common sense. They are not just ceremonial troops but highly trained infantry

People need to remember that though these guys wear ceremonial uniforms, they are in fact highly trained elite soldiers. Their job is to protect the monarch. Only the cream of the crop get this position.

5:54 is an actor and not a guardsman. hence why he is not armed with a rifle or wearing his regimental belt. the Jews did not walkaway quietly, the was ordered to leave the grounds of the Tower of London. the worst place for tourists getting shouted at is Horse Guards Parade. as there are signs telling people not to grab the reins of the horses on duty at the front of the entrance. yet loads of english speaking tourists still do it. not only do they get shouted at, they also get a bonus of a kick up the arse from the mounted guard.

Guy with tash and the other that was fighting are actors and thank god nothing to do with the guards those lads ARE fully trained soldiers

They are best of the best, chosen by their commanders - end they also have live bullets in their guns,,,,

These are real soldiers many of whom have seen active service not actors and not showmen. Their day job is active soldiering and they will do whatever is necessary to perform their duty and they will push you aside or knock you down if you interfere with them doing their duty. Start a fight and you will be injured.

Don't mess with The King's Guards.

TBH i admire the restraint of the guards a shout to back down 1st is the 1st step, 2nd is pointing your weapon oh and rest assured as well as being loaded that bayonet is not for show 3rd step is you finding out how good the NHS is and watching the video on social media of you getting a rifle butt in the face

Good vid, These Guards are real soldiers they serve in this ceremonial function for 3 years before returning to front line duties. They will come from a Regiment eg. Coldstream etc, though occasionally RAF, Gurkhas etc., They train for several months and if individual soldiers pass a rigorous test they will be allowed to take Guard duties.

People forget that ENGLAND is not the USA, their laws are different, these guards are military members performing their duties, they are entrusted with protecting the King's property, people think these guards are there for entertainment, which is far from the truth, the English people know and respect these military members, visitors seem to think that it is Ok to disrespect the guards and mess with them. People need to grow up and respect other government's policies, military members and not bring their bad habits to put on display for others to see, these men and women need to be thanked for their service.

These are front line troops first ceremonial second

Our Royal Guard are recruited from our armed forces, and they're there to protect the Royal Family etc. Some may think they look silly in their tall bearskin hats and such, but these boys are trained and experienced soldiers. They're there with a duty of protection, not as a tourist attraction or gimmick. They deserve respect, and they will command it if need be. They will march through you or over you, as duty comes first, and looking out for someone in their way, or for someone just generally being a disrespectful tw*t, is not part of their duty. lol All that said, there are videos out there of some Guards breaking their composure: laughing, falling over, interacting with kids, etc. Some are fake, but some are real. As stated in the video you watched: "they're human too".

these videos are funy to watch ex=specially the people that get to close to the horse guard an get a bite on the arm

What people forget is that these are real soldiers who have often fought in wars. The disrespect they suffer is ridiculous.

It's the same with guards stationed on horses. Why on earth would you want to go up to what is essentially a huge animal and start posing, touching, pranking or thinking you are an expert or 'horse whisperer' which to me is insane. With the best will in the world while the horses are highly trained, they are still an animal at the end of the day and will react if they feel stressed, startled etc. Again there are usually signs indicating the horses may bite or kick but some people think they know better, even if the guard tells them to move, not to touch etc.

I don’t believe they are actually ‘angry’ they undergo training to deal with this annoyance. So when they shout it’s not from anger but to scare the fools out of the way.

a guy messed with the norwegian kings guard, and they aint tin soldiers. they aint playing. layed him out. cuffed him and let the cops take it from there. you see like one guy come running from the breakroom in his t-shirt. "nope! not on my watch. u r done son"

they are soldiers doing their job, yes they might look "fancy" but they are in uniform on duty, its no different to approaching a guard at the front of an active military base/facility, push your luck too far or become too suspicious/offensive,...you could end up dead

Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace Guards,who approaches the unknown soldiers' tomb in Washington DC?

There's a reason they make it to being Royal Guards, people should respect that. If they go too far, they will be ordered to back off in no uncertain terms - and rightly so. Also, people should remember that from the Guards' point of view, the person could pose a threat to security - they are Guards on duty, after all.

They're disciplined. I don't think any shown there were angry, except maybe the one who punched someone which was not explained or mentioned. They'd walk through you if needed, but the "step back" is very much so they don't need to, or to set boundaries, not anger. If it was anger it wouldn't be so consistently the same phrase and intonation from every different guard. It's also worth noting that those are real guns, if you get handsy they need to keep you away lest you try to take the weapon, which even the most basic infantry will never allow you to get close to doing. Standing still and at attention like that for the extended periods they do is also far more physically demanding than most people realise. Try doing it for 30 minutes without moving yourself. Then try doing it in that clothing for an entire shift.

Definitely in their rights

Never ever touch the Royal Guard 💂 because they are pretty fierce and shout very loudly and it would make a member of General public jump with fear 😧 so Amanda Rae just look and say nothing ❤️❤️❤️❤️

All royal guard's are serving soldiers or at the tower of London ex military and a lot of these people have served in war zones so they should definitely be treated with the respect they deserve people who disrespect them really make me angry 😡😠

It just shows just how stupid some people can be. Touching a soldier on guard duty is really dumb. Normal people won’t touch other strangers much less touch a soldier. However I wouldn’t mind if Ms Amanda touched me. 😂 I’m not a guard. 😂😂😂

I have said this before but I think they should put fake blood dripping off his sword and see how many people get close to him then. ❤️🇬🇧

The last example in this clip (the glove incident) involved Orthodox Jewish gems. Look through more video's like this and you'll see that these "chosen people" can be seen more often, and not in a positive way. Obviously these jewels think they do not have to confirm to any other traditions or conventions then their own.... Integration can be hard if you're convinced everybody else is wrong!

The Castles are the homes of The Royal family who live in them most of the time & have 1000s of years of history . We dont have to open the gates , We are very proud of them & like to show tourists what we have in our Country. All the Guards are serving militry who have been on active service all over the world . They see this job as an honour to do . The weapons on show are very real & the Guards behind the weapons are no fools . Come & be a tourist , not a mug & embarass your self

Let's prod the big bloke with the semi automatic rifle. People who do this are almost certainly spoilt and entitled and think the guards are tourist actors instead of trained soldiers.

Hi Amanda too many people think the guards are only actors

They 'Luv' blinds, But the Internet Fame is a priceless lure, Try that at the Tomb of the unknown Soldier, Arlington Cemetry.

Its the guard's space, that's the whole point, not the tourist's

Thankfully, most tourists respect the King's Guard. So they chuffing should, too. Would they disrespect serving soldiers of their own countries? These are highly-trained, highly-professional soldiers, every one serving their country voluntarily through choice. And who can be - and are - called to go into harm's way in service of their country at any time.

I too never understood why people try to annoy them, as far as I know their guns are loaded and they can be used, but aside from that they have the right move you out of the way by any means as far as I know, I've seen so many disrespectful tourists envade their space like they aren't doing a job, like they are some kind of fake guard just for tourists, they train and it's a rigorous thing just to be chosen, again just what I hear, If I ever come to the UK sure I'd love a picture but I'm gonna do it from a good distance. Oh and I don't feel the least bit sorry for anyone who gets knocked down by them, super funny to see.

They are soldiers at the end of the day

No routine can protect from stupid people. Even if I don't live in England, I always admired the patience of these soldiers.

What was that boy from sports direct doing half way through video 😂😂

Many people don't know how to respect they only know disrespect. To be disrespectful to others is just sheer bad manners. It would serve the ignorant tourist right if they really really were to get on the wrong side of one of the Kings Guards. 🇬🇧

"What possesses people to do the things they do?" Ehh... sometimes it's simply ignorance (i.e. they just don't know) but maybe I'm being kind 🙂 Very apposite for me Amanda as only a few days back I pulled over for an ambulance and someone who was behind me pulled up beside me a blocked in the ambulance: in the words of the great American philosopher, D'oh!

I wouldn't mess with them, they are highly trained killers!

As they say in Yorkshire,, there's nowt stranger than folk..

Spoiler alert for Amanda: ( re: " nearly pooping his pants " ). Nearly pooping ones pants is a right-of-passage. ACTUALLY pooping your pants is just a bloke thing done at sometime over the course of a night out.

That's one way to put it Amanda, if an emergency vehicle is coming at you you move out of the way same for a Royal Guard as he has right of way. Love it but common sense!!!

In all honesty the guards in the video were pretty calm, at the end of the day how many of them tourists would like it if someone walked in front of them and touched them..... Respect if you want to receive respect, that's all they ask for

Back in the day, people would put bits of paper with their phone number on them. Later on in some would spit at you.

The tourists think they are at disney and not in a serious situation.

Problem is people think they are a gimmick there just to please the tourists, these are actually serving soldiers ! Show some respect please. Also as someone said the punch clip is totally fake !

These guards have a SERIOUS job to do, they’re not decorative set dressing to entertain tourists’ medieval fantasies. Anyone deliberately taunting them or being immature, deserves to not only be screamed at by them, *but also to be arrested with no warning* - I also feel a taser threat would soon shut down the stupidity. They’re defending our monarchy. Grow up and enjoy your sightseeing without being stupid.

AMANDA Americans need to know that the guards are real soldiers and have served in many war zones

Hi Amanda. 3 in a row. whats happening! not complaining though. I watch a lot of Royal Guard stuff on youtube, from Horse Guards Parade and some of the morons you see Amanda, makes your blood boil!!! these guys and ladies are real soldiers and trained killers, and deserve the utmost respect, as do the horses. Hoying it down with rain here! hows about you?❤

Having to stand there for hours in complete silence is bad enough but having idiots trying to annoy them they have every right to react when pushed too far, what these idiots don't realize is that they carry loaded guns and if they were to feel really threatened have the right to shoot.