The Queen's Guard 

When I went to England, some people were being total dicks to them. I said something to the people and it turns out they couldn’t speak English but they stopped. As I was walking by a royal soldier on horseback said “cheers” to me and nodded his head slightly. Why can’t people just look, be respectful and move on?

Nice to see a channel finally do a video about the British army with the correct information, background footage being accurate to the equipment used and non biased. Thank you 👍❤️🇬🇧

Secretly has a backup musket rifle in case of emergency *_COLONIZATION_*

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"MAKE WAY FOR THE QUEEN'S GUARD!!"

On paper, yelling at tourists and just marching around all day seems like a good deal

*dances in front of St. James* *Scottish Guardsman* “Hoe, get yersel away! Ye came here n’ dun this yesterday anaw! Do wan!” “Turn the camera ‘aff!”

Who would win? A thousand+ tourists Or One red boi

Don't mess with these guys, seriously don't.

my great uncle served as 1 he walked alongside the Queen's carriage on her coronation real war hero and all round LEGEND

They stand still cause they are afk.

I have great respect for these guys; it’s sad however that many people and tourists see them as a attraction or gimmick.

*STEP BACK FROM THE QUEEN'S GUARD!*

Now, as the queen passed away, they shall be the King's guard again

As an American, I find the Queen’s Guard to be quite badass. It upsets me that tourists try to distract these men from their diligent watch of their posts :( To any Brits reading this....you guys are awesome :3

3:33 oof...that's going to leave a mark.

3:50 the queens guard rifles are loaded when the prime minister put the terrorist threat levels past a certain point.

3:33 "The marchy guards match without stoping regardless of who or what stands in front of them." There's a bomb on the way.

"MAKE WAY FOR THE QUEENS GUARD" *god save the queen anthem intensefies*

*GET OFF THE FENCE*

Their legs must be made of vibranium considering how much their legs would hurt after standing still for so long

3:50 they are loaded, 10 rounds in the magazine. However there isn't one in the chamber. This is standard procedure in British Army guards, including the RMP (but they have 30 rounds instead of 10)

Now that an American has entered the royal family we can begin phase 2 of the revolutionary war

*GET BACK FROM THE QUEEN'S GUARD!*

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There is really conflicting information on if the Queen/King's guard do carry loaded rifles but based on what I have read it appears to be situational as to weather or not the rifles are loaded (but not chambered) While the Queen/King's Guard is mostly ceremonial but there still tasked with protecting the monarch and there residence. The Queen/King's Guard also has the authorization to arrest or shoot anyone who poses a threat to the guard or the monarchs safety and well being. Each sentry box also has a panic button so that should they need additional assistance they can push it.

Queen Guard:The poor solider who gets annoyed by countless tourists and others.

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3:32 I love the reference you put there.

when the queen is in residence they have loaded rifles as part of royal protocol, i hate how everyone is mocking the "not loaded" comment, there not loaded during non-residence, but when her majesty Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of Her other Realms and Territories Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith is in residence, DO NOT PISS OFF THE ROYAL GUARD

3:34 simple histor:queen's guards never stop who or what queen:gets in front of guards also queen:wait wha-

3:36 "regardless of who or what stands in front of them" Queen says hello, gets trampled

*queen gets in the way*

Point of note: The Coldstream Guards were founded in 1650, as mentioned in the video, but they were founded as part of Oliver Cromwell's "New Model Army" during the English Civil War (so they represent the English contingent of the Foot Guards). For reference, the New Model Army was formed by the Parliamentarians (in opposition to the Royalists, who fought for King Charles I) and so the Coldstream Guards were formed in *opposition* to the British Crown. However, they did not get the name "Coldstream Guards" until later, after they had already been inducted into the British Army under the restored monarchy. As a result of this, the modern Coldstream Guards do not wear the symbol of the crown anywhere on their uniform. While the other Regiments of Foot have crown icons on their tunic buttons, the Coldstream Guards do not; instead, they have a garter star emblem, the same as on their collar. This is also why the Coldstream Guards are unique in being commanded by an officer of the British Army, and not by a member of the Royal Family. Additional fun fact: The motto of the Coldstream Guards is "Nul Secondus", which means "Second to None". During ceremonial occasions, the Foot Guards are introduced in the order of their button spacing, starting with the Grenadier Guards. However, this would dictate that the Coldstream Guards come second, since they have their buttons in pairs. Instead, the Coldstream Guards are always introduced last, as a way of honouring their regimental motto.

(points rifle) *STAY OFF THAT FEENCE!!!!!!!*

On paper, yelling at tourists and just marching around all day seems like a good deal.

*Insert Joke about French people needing Bearskin to look tall*

one of my buddies nearly cried when he left the canadian forces and like 2 months later his unit got to stand guard after he had left....

3:33 reminds me when i got trampled by kids trying to meet santa😂😂😂

*"GET OFF THE FENCE"* "Nah, you don't have loaded guns."

I was lucky to see the Gurkhas guarding the palace. Stupid tourists next to me were complaining that British soldiers weren't guarding the palace. When in fact they were.

2:22 every 15 minutes, 10 yards and back

theyre now The King's Guard

Could you guys do one on the SS? I would really enjoy learning about that as they were really intense.

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" MAKE WAY FOR THE QUEENS GUARD!" "STEP BACK FROM THE QUEENS GUARD!"

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Do the pontifical Swiss guard/ the Vatican's guard PLEASE DO IT!!!!

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Thank you so much. I know this is a 4 year old video but I've learnt so much about these guards as I saw them with the plumes in their hats during the funeral of the queen. And with very little talking done from the reporters on the day of it. I'm so glad I found your video about them.

This is the only truly amazing video about the British Foot Guards I have ever seen. Some get close, but none have ever had this much accuracy and authentically non biased information, and most present outright false and insensitive information. Thank you for being a very trustworthy and entertaining source of information about history.

*turns and marches towards tourists leaning on fence* “Get off the fence!”

When I went to London a couple years ago, we stayed in a hotel by Buckingham Palace. Every morning we would walk by Buckingham Palace during the changing of the guard. It was quite an honor.

Thank you for this condensed information. It is helpful.

They move every 10 minutes because they're gonna get kicked out because of inactivity.

My Grandfather served in the Guard!

You guys get better every time with the animation

I love the details of these animations..the kit, rifles and the tunics. Good effort.

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You guys should do a video on the Canadian Mounties

2 videos in 2 days, holy moly

12 years in The Coldstream Guards " Nulli Secundus " 💂‍♂️ Finally found a video with actual real true facts and what a pleasure it is, so very well done!! Notice the commentator is English, sorry to say it but thats probably why the facts are correct 😲

Russia: hey check it out are solders have fluffy hats! Britain: I’m about to end this mans whole career.

I give zero damns about the Royal wedding but this vid on the Royal Guards was really interesting. Thanks!!

Please do Philippine guerrilla during japanese invasion.

Yes!! Excellent, Informative & relaxing.

I’m envious of those hats.

*STAND BACK FROM THE QUEEN'S GUARD!*

It took me about over a minute to realise Colonel Bogey was playing, nice touch btw.

Very interesting and informative, thanks for posting this!

love your vids i learn so much history from watching you

Can you do for the Swiss guard?

A simple history video longer than 4 minutes?!?!?

I found this channel doing schoolwork and I like it.

I love this channel keep up the good work guys

Awesome video and great to learn about history.

THIS CHANNEL IS THE BEST! No wonder I get A’s in history class

Thank you for teaching us

My most favorite simple history video.

You make awesome history videos!!!!

I'm actually planning on joining the Scots guard, hopefully I can get into Harrogate for September and pass the training

I love this channel so much

Now they will be called the King’s Guard again since the queen died today

I'd have to say the most decorated guards in the world..

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0:33 Love the SA80 A3 drawing

4 years later...

Is there a reason why they have the name “Grenadier” guards? Like, do they have a primary role of a grenadier? Chucking grenades at the enemy? For the last 6 years this is what I thought. Am I right?

From a future United States Marine, much respect and admiration to the traditions and honor of those who serve the Queen.

2:56 me and the boys on our way to confiscate someone's butterknife liscence

Thanks for the Cm and Kg. Measurements.

I respect those guards

Can you look at the Royal Marine Commandos? They've got a fantastic Corps history!

Now it is Kings Guard.

Thanks for explain.

MAKE WAY FOR THE QUEEN'S GUARD!

They should have vest and helmets

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