Jonah talks through the meeting with the bogus veteran and responds in detail to some of the many comments.
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@captaincat17434 жыл бұрын
He did serve down South - he served me a Chicken Zinger burger once, in Croydon. Apparently he is a Colonel.
@JonahmdbJones4 жыл бұрын
That would be the KFC at West Croydon just outside the railway station #Captain Cat!
@digdougedy4 жыл бұрын
Special 'fried' forces?
@bendawes16484 жыл бұрын
Fried chicken matters
@keplermission49474 жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fKmeeqdn3dyZmZ8.html Jonah Jones is giving us a new empathy, maybe even sympathy for those forced to endure the style of the British armed forces. I would never buy a Haig poppy after this display of arrogance. These are not his armed forces, he's just one man and thousands died from families all over. Where's his appreciation? This man Jones will turn on a fellow countryman like he wasn't. Maybe an independent school has given him a contempt for lower social classes. That old Spartan view of the Helots. "Come out ye black and tans, come out and fight me like a man Show your wife how you won medals down in Flanders Tell her how the IRA made you run like hell away From the green and lovely lanes of Killashandra Come tell us how you slew them old Arabs two by two Like the Zulus, they had spears, bows, and arrows How brave you faced one with your 16-pounder gun And you frightened them natives to their marrow." There was an Afghan war hero, one of many www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/sick-pervert-soldier-facing-jail-8920000 He did serve, he might turn out to support Jonah Jones's event. Then consider the view that only serving men are welcome. Not those they fought for. 'KNOBAH'. They didn't serve anybody but their own regiment or family and they should be ignored. No favors no respect.
@rfj11563 жыл бұрын
They opened one in Addington about 1 or 2 weeks ago. He got transferred to my unit a few days ago
@bigbarty86484 жыл бұрын
I came from a very poor family. We were so poor my mother bought all my clothes at Army surplus stores. When I started school I went dressed as a Japanese Field Marshal.
@qetoun4 жыл бұрын
lol.
@formhubfar4 жыл бұрын
LMFAO!!!
@wcraigburns34583 жыл бұрын
Fkn brilliant
@wcraigburns34583 жыл бұрын
@Ian Concannon it's not easy getting into ex Japanese army underpants when your 13 and 13 stone . Be s struggle even for Jimmy Saville m8
@daveandmerlin3 жыл бұрын
You got that off an Old Jeffro Joke ....Does that make you a Walter ha
@user-ow8qh5oz6tАй бұрын
I have served 33 years in the prison service, now retired, I have also met about 1500 prison officers who were on the balcony at the Iranian embassy! 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@offgrid844529 күн бұрын
Ditto. I'm retired HMPS and its amazing how many bullsh@tters join the job. Ex RM, ex SAS, ex SF and 'ooh I can't tell you that because I've signed the Official Secrets Act'. Its all b@llocks. I worked with a bloke who wore his veteran badge on his tie and when I asked him how long he served, it turned out he'd bailed just after his passing out parade. Most of us in HMPS have no military service but serve our monarch by fighting in the darkest conflict that most of the general public know nothing about. Its daily and relentless. Most members of the public see a villain locked up and think 'thats justice done'. They don't see or hear anything about the twenty or so years that the villain has to be 'managed'. Most serving and ex HMPS are true but unrecognised heroes. Give us some credit folks.
@kippersmcgee42724 жыл бұрын
I'm former SAS. I never leave the house without a pixelated face!
@pghudd4 жыл бұрын
I thought the SAS stopped that made you guys easier to spot 🤔
@evilunclepaul88503 жыл бұрын
Very wise
@TheGiokink3 жыл бұрын
I thought that facial effect was just an allergic reaction to eating uncooked hedgehogs and slugs.
@BigShaun3 жыл бұрын
@@pghudd I know, I actually spoke with the general of the SAS, I recommended that we should just have one long black rectangle that covers both eyes, anyone wearing it just had to use sound to get around.
@billyvinilly81043 жыл бұрын
Easier just to remember to bring a roll of black nasty of a which a strip can be torn off and placed over the eyes when meeting civvies
@61sven4 жыл бұрын
I am not an ex-serviceman, but I had the privilege to have a drink with some ex WW2 Army Commandos after the Centotaph march past a few years ago. My mates father had served with them. They identified a Walter Mitty standing at the edge of their group. The gentlemen decided not to confront him as he was with his family and they did not wish to humiliate him. I was hugely impressed with the kindness they showed, and I must admit surprised that they were not furious. As a result these gents went up in even further in my respect, and I did not think that was possible. Heroes every one.
@jamesclarke87264 жыл бұрын
A different breed they guys . Top men every last one .
@TheRealist20223 жыл бұрын
@Sven524 This is typical of the character of these guys. Nothing phases them and their response does them credit. I'm not old enough to have served in WW2, but I did in other conflicts... this really is taking the piss out of those that never came back. If it were me, I'd have asked to have a private word with him, so that his family would not be embarrassed. I'd have told him that if I saw him again, I WOULD spill the beans. It would be up to him if he did it again. And if did, it would be HIS fault that his family would be embarrassed. But I agree, there's no need to smack him in the face... the man obviously has low self-esteem issues and nobody knows the back story to it all.
@christosshugeh95734 жыл бұрын
I served in NI and Falklands, I am ex RE and Para reg. These people dont really bother me at all and most other lads I know aren't either. They stand out like a sore thumb. Seen them at remembrance day and the NMA and Armed Forces day. In general we put our heads together and comment on their attire then we ignore them. I have never heard anyone say they want to punch their lights out or get into an argument with them. In all honesty no one can be arsed. They must have really low self esteem and have some mental issues which I feel more sorry about than being angry.
@mattjones99794 жыл бұрын
My sentiments exactly!
@KarldorisLambley4 жыл бұрын
Splendid comment. Just what i expected a member of the armed forces to say. Tbh the Americans who have pages dedicated to shaming fantasists seem nearly as tragic as the people they're exposing.
@JonahmdbJones4 жыл бұрын
Dorian, I agree with you. As a former serviceman, I welcome any support, be it military or civilian. If someone turns up to one of our events as this chap did, he will either be ignored or spoken to in manner like how I approached him - matter of factly and as polite as is necessary.
@alexwilliamson14864 жыл бұрын
I can see your point with you feeling sorry for them, but there’s a little piece of me which gets very angry with it all. I’ve see blood spilt from friends and foe alike in my years in the forces, god knows I paid the price with my mental and physical health 15 years after serving, seeing these idiots proclaiming to be who they are sickens me. I personally want it to be made an offence, my medals were earned. Nice piece though, keep up the great work.
@DTOLL90004 жыл бұрын
i don't get people like this, if they are that obsessed with the military to go out and pretend to be a soldier, why didn't they just join up.
@IanWaterfield-rz9nu10 ай бұрын
I have never served in the armed forces,but for 15 years i was a civilian working in a military camp. Respect to you all.
@krisc25354 жыл бұрын
Very well handled.. professional, non-threatening, and helping the perpetrator to realise how silly and disrespectful he was being without bullying or making demands.
@gfo8755Ай бұрын
My Dad was skipper of a Landing craft on D-Day. My proudest moment was when I marched at the Cenotaph parade in my own uniform.
@jefffranklin48944 жыл бұрын
The 1 dislike is the Walter Mitty "aggression is for the battlefield" couldn't have said it better 👍
@JonahmdbJones4 жыл бұрын
Probably is. I'd be happy to chat to him again.
@TheRealist20223 жыл бұрын
@Jeff Franklin Couldn't agree more. I am retired-Royal Navy and have a good pal who is an retired-Sergeant Major. One (boozy!) day at the British Legion on Armistice day, we were talking about the differences between the armed forces and the subject of the stars came up. He told me that "stars" are what the British Army sleep under... what the Royal Navy use to navigate their way around the globe... and what the Royal Air Force award to the hotels they stay in". BUT SERIOUSLY.... I asked what made a good soldier...he told me that there are may things... that combine to make a good soldier... but "in battle, there is one quality which is humongously important... "controlled aggression".
@billyvinilly81043 жыл бұрын
I am former SAS. Such Walter Mitty’s highly offend me. I have ongoing issues that plague my sleep, such as how can we find a venue big enough to host a reunion for the 7890 men who were on the balcony at the Iranian Embassy
@pointycapitals73063 жыл бұрын
I can confirm you are sas. I was an Iranian in the embassy that was killed.
@LS-jv9hp3 жыл бұрын
The true heroes were those who built that balcony, By gods could it hold so many men.
@tommy4244 Жыл бұрын
I was the 12 one in from the right dressed in black. You can’t miss me!
@Johno143Ай бұрын
😂😂
@user-he5so4gz4rАй бұрын
I was on ops when that happened, remember us as the team watching it on telly in NI, and handing out marks from 1 to 10 for visual impact and technique.
@markharrisllb4 жыл бұрын
The guy who passed away took honesty to nth degree, what a great guy.
@willfoster26353 жыл бұрын
RIP Rob Bromley - raise a glass to him.
@macann702213 жыл бұрын
@@willfoster2635 Was Rob from Chesterfield ?
@willfoster26353 жыл бұрын
@@macann70221 Hi Ian. Sorry, I don't know much about him.
@jimstout36974 жыл бұрын
Bless you for clearing up about Rob. That was kind. RIP.
@robertjohnredrupp24054 жыл бұрын
Good on you Sir, My Dad served in WW2, but never collected his medals. He had his own reasons why, which I didn't agree with, but, it was Dads choice. He told me to never apply for them once he was ' gone' . I never would coz that was his wish, but i know where he stood regarding wearing military uniform, he would have applauded your film when i was about 11 i bought an RAF pilots material ' Wings ' from a surplus store opposite Charing Cross Station. I wanted my Mum to sew them onto a jacket I had at the time . My Dad went ape ! I remember him saying " Boys died fighting Luftwaffe pilots , those boy earned those wings !" Out of respect for those pilots and his words I never did wear those wings.
@johnrandall1254 жыл бұрын
I think you were 100% correct in respecting your father's wishes. As an aside, I was temping a few years ago and one of the factory managers said he had a WW2 Jeep and showed me photos of it. He explained that he went to meets with other WW2 vehicle enthusiasts and would go to shows etc. He wore a period correct American uniform when he did. He added that he wore _NO_ insignia for any unit, nor any badge of rank. I asked why? He explained that he had never served in any military unit, he had never held military rank and therefore he felt he was completely un-entitled to wear those things. I immediately saw his point and I admired his respect for those who had served.
@billytruth64444 жыл бұрын
I saw one bloke at a Remembrance Parade for Falklands Veterans who was dressed in military kit but it didn't look right. I went over and asked him where he served and he replied "Buenos Dias, Malvinas, Holaaaa".
@ColonelBummleigh4 жыл бұрын
Crikey!
@GavTatu4 жыл бұрын
jim davidson was telling a good story about his brothers pub, an Argentinian veteran came in, could barely afford a pint, so they all had a whip round, got him a meal and a few drinks.
@BeardedChieftainАй бұрын
No denying he was a Veteran then ;)
@robspencer353 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your Service, Jonah! Greetings from a U.S. Navy veteran!
@Dibley88994 жыл бұрын
He's real. I served with him in the space corps and we parachuted onto Mars together and fought off giant spiders. Later we were transferred to the submarine bomber Sqdn.
@mad72064 жыл бұрын
You know you not allowed to talk about the giant spiders , that's hush hush
@londontrada4 жыл бұрын
I happen to know that there no giant spiders on Mars at that time, that was a later campaign. 🤔 Are youfor real?
@MrVinniboy3 жыл бұрын
was Walter in control of the turdpedos on your flying submarine ?🤣 (thanks for your funny comment, made me chortle)
@Dibley88993 жыл бұрын
@@MrVinniboy He was amusingly brave as I remember. When we fired torpedo's he used to sit on the back and guide them to the target using a rowing boat rudder, and, at the same time, fired his catapult hitting the targets superstructure at least 12 times prior to jumping off just before impact. Why should Britain tremble with hero's like this..
@Dibley88993 жыл бұрын
@@mad7206 Well, actually, I'll come clean. They were more like dirty great scorpions at least 20 feet tall with eyes like Diana Abbott, and if that doesn't scare you I don't know what will. The Jupiter landing was something different again but, I don't like to talk about that one.
@nedkelly74774 жыл бұрын
I stumbled across your original video which I found very interesting and prompted me to seek out the follow up explanation. I think your questions to this person were really well put and politely challenged him to the correct extent without prior knowledge of his personal circumstances. Well done and thank you for the explanation, which again was fair, balanced and much appreciated.
@ColinBache3 жыл бұрын
Really glad to have found your channel Jonah. Love your presentation style, and the wisdom and compassion that accompanies the fascinating content.
@2lefThumbs4 жыл бұрын
Well said, and thanks for taking the time to make this worthwhile follow up 👍
@salr3624 жыл бұрын
Very fine narration. Thank you for your service sir. Regards from NI.
@LorenisShining4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video, Aussie civilian here 👋 I have recently had a run in with someone who sadly embellished their service to me. I appreciate you’re approach considering the individual’s mental health.
@chrisgerber62814 жыл бұрын
The entire situation was very diplomatically handled. Well done. Compliments. Watched the first video and the second did in fact explain everything. Thank you.
@andrewtombs21604 жыл бұрын
Nice one Jonah! A follow up like that was just what was needed to fully explain some misconceptions and queries. I particularly liked your acknowledgement of mental health issues. Far too many people want to just out and embarrass and seek, in some cases, retribution for Walt behaviour and I've always been torn by the potential for that person to have a mental health issue and standing up against their behaviour. You did it with compassion and tact and that to me is the essence of a true serviceman's approach. We served to help protect people with less ability to do so than us and that should continue into civilian life and situations. Total respect sir. Cheers Tombsy (Royal Engineers and Police retd.)
@applecatchermatt29514 жыл бұрын
Nice comment Andrew Tombs, very much appreciated.
@simonlittler39763 жыл бұрын
I think it would be nice for someone to post this video onto a TikTok as the original video is doing the rounds, I have no idea how to post on there as I’m useless with tech, so in honour and respect for Rob Bromley it would be nice for somebody to put it on to clarify that he is not a Walt but was indeed a serving Royal Marine Commando
@stevenlehman7322 жыл бұрын
Jonah: Firstly, thanks for your service and secondly, thank you for the explanation video. In reference to the comment 'I didn't serve' it threw me off as well. Again, thank you. As for Rob, sorry for the loss of a brother in arms, may he rest in peace. Cheers
@RosoMC4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the clarification about Rob Bromley. In your old video he seemed like a genuine serviceman and his answer that he didn't serve surprised me as much as you. Now it makes more sense, since he meant he didn't serve in the Falklands, not that he didn't serve at all. May Mr. Bromley rest in peace, my condolences to his family.
@lordbelvoir25434 жыл бұрын
A brilliant post.... Thanks for your service and thanks for protecting me my family and my country👍🍺🍺🍺
@wsherratt51594 жыл бұрын
Well done Royal. A genuine and considered explanation. I liked the final advice as well. See you in the countermarch!
@prasad-srinivasan4 жыл бұрын
God bless the narrator here holding all emotions and presenting in very calm manner. 🙏 Sir.
@dannywickens33684 жыл бұрын
Am not military mr jonah but you have put all of this across so well,am glad 2 have you on our side mate,best wishes.
@mattjones99794 жыл бұрын
Danny, thanks for the comment mate. Keep safe.
@nuvoix3 жыл бұрын
Top bloke. Love how calmly you presented your self on original video and appreciate the follow up. thumbs up.
@TheGodParticle4 жыл бұрын
Big thanks to you Sir for making this vid, It's good to get more info on that vid, can't believe it's 5 years ago, thanks again.
@dreamcatcher36224 жыл бұрын
RIP Rob - very sad to learn this.
@macann702213 жыл бұрын
Was Rob from Chesterfield?
@flalingbashers29572 жыл бұрын
@@macann70221 Yes
@notsobadkarma4 жыл бұрын
i have seen your mitty video before in a compilation of "stolen valor ", my old man was a Royal marine , and your question to the mitty really did say it all , i would never even dream of turning up at the cenotaph on remembrance day in anything resembling my dads uniform , i never earned the right , you were rather diginified ,in your response to it all , glad i actually found your channel
@JonahmdbJones3 жыл бұрын
Best wishes to your old man if he’s still around.
@ebneigh51912 жыл бұрын
Great video, explaining a great deal! Thank you for your service.
@AndyTaylorprinter4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jonah, I never served but had a couple of mates who were in the Falkland, I have the greatest respect for all of you. Thank you.
@TheWizardOfTheFens4 жыл бұрын
Glad to have seen this follow up. I served for 12 years, five months and eleven days, being discharged from QEMH Woolwich in 1987. I am STILL regularly undergoing therapy for mental health issues, and believe it or not 2019 was the the worst year for me, but also the first year I really talked about it - even after all this time. I should have done it sooner as I wouldn’t have had such a disastrous personal life. I’m not sure I completely understand these peoples motivations. Some are very clearly suffering from mental health problems and I don’t think the approach of hounding and bullying is the correct way. Con men/women however are a wholly different kettle of fish, as they are often diverting funds that people donate in good faith for their own gain or for sexual favours. Good job on your exposé. Done well and done sensitively. One final (honestly!) point. If anyone reading this is or thinks they are, suffering from mental health issues, seek professional help. Celer et Audax
@transdimensionalist4 жыл бұрын
theres some good research to show ketamine and mdma have helped with ptsd etc. good luck
@seanmurphy57784 жыл бұрын
Swift & Bold. Ex 2RGJ and then RAMC at QEMH. 1966 - 2002
@JonahmdbJones3 жыл бұрын
You did your bit well sir
@TheWizardOfTheFens3 жыл бұрын
@@seanmurphy5778 when did you leave 2RGJ?
@seanmurphy57783 жыл бұрын
@@TheWizardOfTheFens I joined 2RGJ from IJLB via a shortened stint in Trg Coy at the Rifle Depot in 1969. The Bn was based at Oxford Barracks in Münster, BAOR. Other than a 2 year posting to the Depot to run the Medical Centre, I stayed with the Bn until September 1979, when I left as Med Sgt from Armagh, to transfer to the RAMC, to train as an Operating Theatre Technician. I then continued to serve as an OTT/ODP until 1992. After leaving regular service, I continued to serve in the Reserves until 2002, at various Field Hospitals. I spent a considerable amount of time at QEMH Woolwich whilst Regular, and, up until it closed, as an agency ODP. I hope that answers your question. Celer et Audax / In Arduis Fidelis
@GeoffreyBronson3 жыл бұрын
Good on you for clearing Rob Bromley's name from accusations. I too was confused and wary of his answer but you've sorted that out completely. Hats off.
@MrFookface4 жыл бұрын
Great points, well explained. Cheers 👍
@gavintjames19894 жыл бұрын
Hi Jonah fantastic video and really liked how you was polite with the bloke you spoke with and how you looked at the detail in his uniform, it was the cap badge that stood out for me straight away cause as you said a commissioned officer would have a fabric cap badge sown on, I'm ex Army 13th Air Assault support regt Rlc 63 sqn
@Wilksey754 жыл бұрын
Walter is 100% real, he stormed nugget hill with the 22nd hot wings under col sanders at the battle of KFC
@fishbmw4 жыл бұрын
@Dark Light That made me chuckle,awesome comment 😄
@spaceboxtd37203 жыл бұрын
Lol, Lord Jesus Christ is the God of ecstasy consciousness
@joebryant57223 жыл бұрын
There are some hilarious comments for this, but col sanders at the battle of KFC!:))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) THE BEST YET!
@user-zg4ef1ee2fАй бұрын
Brilliant, I am in stitches......metaphorically speaking.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@robsmithracing4 жыл бұрын
“Lynn, are they your mums cataract glasses?”
@415volts4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha "we went to a pap concert"
@dann50004 жыл бұрын
How’s The edge? The edge is fine!
@robsmithracing4 жыл бұрын
Dan Nottingham fucking classic comedy mate
@amorembalming3 жыл бұрын
How’s Adam Clayton?
@davekey7651Ай бұрын
Thank you for your clarity and humility. Really appreciate it.
@joelhall51244 жыл бұрын
Found this from Chris' channel. Wasn't aware their were any Royal channels until recently. Good to be here.
@elguapo15074 жыл бұрын
There must be a serious lack of self esteem in these people that they have to pretend to be somebody that they could never have been. I'm not sure if that's bad or sad to be honest. When I see the medals on the youngsters of today's chests from the last couple of decades, it makes me want to shake their hand and show my respect, not imitate them! I served for 12 years but didn't put up with a tenth of what they've done over the last 15 or 20! I respect every one of them!
@Sandytarka4 жыл бұрын
I was half expecting this walter to reply everything with "SIR YES SIR!"
@mattjones99794 жыл бұрын
Sandy, in all honesty, he struggled putting a simple sentence together - no way was he prepped for a 3-word tongue twister!
@ColonelBummleigh4 жыл бұрын
Outstanding, Classy and educational response on a tricky area. Jonah is a top chap and I wish him well :)
@neilboxers4 жыл бұрын
Very well put. Respect
@berniereme58644 жыл бұрын
Very well put
@mattjones99794 жыл бұрын
Cheers Bernie.
@petegribs8043 жыл бұрын
Good for you Jonah, and I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your friend. You are are shrinking group of people - it comes to us all, but you'll never be forgotten because you served and accepted hardship and sacrifice as a matter of routine. R.I.P. to those who never made it back and total admiration and respect those who were lucky enough to. I think you were a gentleman in how you conducted yourself in that short "Walt" video - hitting some old guy proves nothing, what you said was enough. Respect, Jonah.
@BBob14 жыл бұрын
Jonah. Great explanation and you are a very good speaker. More videos please.
@alanhowe58134 жыл бұрын
Am so glad there are people who can point these people out as they could take most people in including me with story’s of bravery of loss Thank you
@victorjames74 жыл бұрын
I could see him sweating like 🤴 Andrew
@julieannecharters61324 жыл бұрын
yep he was sweating like a blindfolded lesbian in a fishmongers
@monkeyspankerful4 жыл бұрын
Andrew doesn't sweat..... After being shot at daaaaaan Sarf. I was shot at in Bosnia..... I sweat my tits off everyday!!!!
@danieljames20154 жыл бұрын
Yes, but he has more plausible bull than HRH.
@mickmorrissey164 жыл бұрын
Good on ya Mate , you explained everything clearly and succinctly. As a former career soldier in the Australian Infantry I think your actions were of the highest standard. Take care 👍
@willbee67853 жыл бұрын
We never forget Australia’s contribution in WWII. 🇬🇧
@mickmorrissey163 жыл бұрын
@@willbee6785 , good on ya Will. All the best mate . Mick
@TheMrWoodsman3 жыл бұрын
Very well explained, and I thank you for your service.
@Arthur54321 Жыл бұрын
Brilliantly handled mate.
@PaulStricklandАй бұрын
We had a lad turn up to our TA unit in the early 90s, claimed he had previously served in Royal Marines, I asked him 'Which Commando?' He looked at me bemused and he said 'Isn't there only one, the Royal Marines' The PSI had a word with him, never saw him again!
@chavvyboy694 жыл бұрын
False valor should be an offense here in the UK too.
@allenomalley40144 жыл бұрын
As a British English speaker my millennial friend .... valour and offence
@neiljohnson53514 жыл бұрын
@@allenomalley4014 🤣🤣🤣
@EthanThomson4 жыл бұрын
@2manynegativewaves most, if not all the royals earned their medals
@jasoncreamer57474 жыл бұрын
I dont think it should, if they use it for financial gain like those charity fraudsters then sure but that guy in the video got all the punishment he deserved. Everyone who knows him knows that he is the most pathetic and insecure of men now. Just film em and out em. We should not be too zealous when it comes to passing laws for every little offence, we should be stripping away stupid offensive laws instead of implementing new ones.
@Jabber-ig3iw4 жыл бұрын
2manynegativewaves phillip served on various ships during WW2, the Queen was vehicle mechanic in the ATS during WW2, Prince Andrew flew helicopters in the Falklands war, Harry served in Afghanistan and William was a search and rescue pilot in the RAF. As a family they have more than earns their medals.
@EnfieldSpur4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you!
@TMM69442 жыл бұрын
Well done Royal!! I think you handled the situation very well, a bit of tactical questioning and the subject will trip up and generally embarrass themselves. Thank you for your service. Salute.
@fastasleepdream85227 ай бұрын
I was British Army and we definitely wore Scrim Scarves. I was watching some guys video just the other day where he was outing Walters, and claimed that Scrim was something from 'Dads Army'. That's wrong, because it was definitely British Army issue in my time. Just curious who else wore it?
@madjock28784 жыл бұрын
What a great speaker and you have my deepest respect from a "Crab" that was serving but didn't do Operation Corporate but did others ( Allied Force, Op Oracle and Op Telic ) finally I admire the way you kept a simle and your cool
@JonahmdbJones3 жыл бұрын
I salute you back sir!
@adunreathcooper2 жыл бұрын
Just watched this again. Still excellent!
@rockstarJDP3 жыл бұрын
Very interesting, I never knew you could wear medals to represent loved ones! The restraint and approach you showed to this bloke is commendable, can tell you're a professional soldier, thank you for your service!
@waynefredrickson67804 жыл бұрын
New sub from Lancashire mate
@jonathanwalker87304 жыл бұрын
Interesting, intelligent video. It's interesting that you are as sympathetic as can be expected to the fact that many of these people are dealing with some kind of mental illness, but the same time, as a civilian myself, I imagine it would be pretty galling to see someone swanning around in (roughly) similar kit to that which your mates may have been injured or killed. Good film, thank you.
@tomo8704 жыл бұрын
Well in Jonah, nicely explained!. Thought you would of put the parting shot from the original in this video though......knobber!. 😂😂👍
@JonahmdbJones3 жыл бұрын
...maybe next time, just for you!
@peterdeazley20313 жыл бұрын
Hey Jonha, I recognised that guy at 6.46, he's another Walter Mitty. Roger Day. Was convicted in court for Military Deception when he wore all those medals (17) at a Remembrance Day parade. Genuine veterans like yourself questioned him about how he had so many and the game was up! Think it was about 2010. Respect to you and your comrades
@williamreilly57234 жыл бұрын
REST IN PEACE ROB GOD BLESS THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO YOUR COUNTRY AND TO ALL OUR PERSONAL THAT SADLEY WERE TAKEN DOWN SOUTH GOD BLESS
@craig3743 жыл бұрын
You dealt with it really well considering he was there insulting you and your work colleagues. Fair play to you. And thank you for your service.
@kestrel50654 жыл бұрын
Well presented Jonah
@sandysanderson85884 жыл бұрын
Fantastic vid, good to see. BZ
@nicpalmer77983 жыл бұрын
Very informative, thank you. I have always fancied wearing my Grandfathers and Fathers medals but have not done so as I have never served in the military and do not wish to be an imposter or insult those that have served. Next rememberance day though I shall wear them on the right with pride 😊😊
@JonahmdbJones3 жыл бұрын
You do that sir
@stevenhenry78624 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. Rob! Gone but NEVER forgotten. One Hoofing Marine reporting for duty my Lord. From a British War Veteran
@theopiner4023 жыл бұрын
I like your answers and explanations.
@peterhamilton26954 жыл бұрын
That cleared that up ,I always wondered why you didn't persue that fellow who said he didn't serve ......good video
@lewisb853 жыл бұрын
Give that idiot 5 minutes alone talking with Simon Weston he would never Walt again, I’ve seen Simon talk to walts and bloaters and he’s had them in tears because the reality of what they have done hits home.
@AlecFlackie4 жыл бұрын
Having heard you on your channel, what a privilege. You come over as a true gentleman and a credit to the uniform you wore. We have all met 'Walts' in our time and mostly they have their own issues and demons.
@JonahmdbJones3 жыл бұрын
I agree. We’re not out there to kick them but we will defend the truth and not let anyone take the glory for someone else’s sacrifice.
@georgefoord72404 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the extra information
@pokeybloke72374 жыл бұрын
Subscribed. Great channel. Ex Royal Air Force myself. 78-84. Should’ve done longer. Big regret. But it stays. Thankfully! 👍🇬🇧
@Iwasthemilkman3 жыл бұрын
I was once called a Walter Mitty for wearing a relative's medals at a remembrance day parade. One civvie got quite rude accusing me of buying the medals on eBay. I told him my relative's story and was backed up by the local RBLI...it was kinda like watching The Hulk turn into Bruce Banner and then into a mouse!
@adammacdonald85534 жыл бұрын
I was on the menin gate parade in Belgium for the 11/11/19 last year with my father. I'm only 17. And he lot me wore his medals on my right as I'm supposed too as I didn't earn them and as we were waiting to march. A veteran said to me kindly excuse me young man you are wearing your medals on the wrong side. For a moment I was took back but he swiftly apologised sincerely as he was mixed up with his left and rights. I thought it fitted quite neatly in this comment section.
@MACHOO179Ай бұрын
My kids' uncle served 1st Battalion Parachute Regiment, he was kind enough to give me one of his T-shirts, I would not wear it, I have it as a souvenir and a sign of respect to him and all serving and Veterans of all members of the armed forces.
@ColinValler10 күн бұрын
Very informative....really well explained...thank you!
@rw84674 жыл бұрын
Just look at his head: his beret is an Army Int Corps one, but his beret badge is a Navy Officer's!
@JonahmdbJones3 жыл бұрын
Close up it was imitation. Royal Navy Officers in my time wore a cloth cap badge upon a green beret, not a tin can replica as this guy was wearing.
@paulwood58033 жыл бұрын
@@JonahmdbJones The tin can "replica" is genuine and would be worn by Naval Officers on their blue RN berets. Still have mine somewhere. I don't doubt however that a cloth one would be worn on a green beret.
@ArcofNeptune3 жыл бұрын
@@paulwood5803 Majority of RN Cdos I've seen have metal badges. If someone wants to pay £50 for a cloth badge from Thieves and Hawkes for their blue beret they can crack on. As far as I'm concerned 'pusser provides'. Also, go to any unit and muster a dozen troops. Their MTP may be the same style but you can bet you'll see 4 or 5 different types of combat boots in a line up of only 12.
@NHLyoung964 жыл бұрын
Alright Royal, thanks for having the integrity to call out this Walter Mitty.
@jameswrob3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you
@Jack-is9sm4 жыл бұрын
A great video. Great explanation.
@thomastallis72453 жыл бұрын
I've good friends serving, and ex. I didn't know this about wearing the medals on the right side. I always think my generation have it so easy now, when I hear the stories of the Falklands, and even the troubles in Northern Ireland. I'm a mere 32 year old, but extremely appreciative of those who give everything, and sometimes make the ultimate sacrifice.
@jameshardy62774 жыл бұрын
I was introduced to a 'Walt' at his own wedding reception (my gf knew his wife so I attended as a 'plus one'). His wife was so keen to introduce us as she just knew we'd have lots to talk about. After only a minute or so of chatting, we'd established he'd done 2 weeks at Lympstone then jacked. His poor Mrs thought he'd been a serving Royal Marine before working as a fitness instructor. I didn't say anything. I just wished them well and avoided any more conversation with him. I felt sorry for the guy getting caught out at his own wedding.
@JonahmdbJones4 жыл бұрын
James Hardy that sounds like a painful and uncomfortable situation. Was this chap in uniform? I’ve known of a few weddings where chaps have worn uniforms emblazoned with medals. It’s as if the ceremony will protect them and reinforce their facade!
@jameshardy62774 жыл бұрын
@@JonahmdbJones No Blues or Lovats fortunately just a very red face and a few beads of sweat on his brow.
@chrisfalcke62014 жыл бұрын
This one still makes me chuckle - I was chatting to Brommers and we were about to have a word with Mr Combined Ops when you showed up with your camera and beat us to it :D
@JonahmdbJones4 жыл бұрын
Sorry for stealing your thunder @ChrisFalcke
@chrisfalcke62014 жыл бұрын
@@JonahmdbJones 🤣🤣🤣
@ChrisLee-UK3 жыл бұрын
Thank you all for your service 🙏🏼
@Hipporider3 жыл бұрын
My father was accused of being a fake by some other RM in Sydney. Dad got hold of the papers needed from the Admiralty or wherever and proved him wrong. That must have upset my old man so much to be accused of that. 😔. RIP Dad . 🇦🇺😞
@sabre22b4 жыл бұрын
I've been asked at a remembrance parade when i did my marine training. By an ex marine who was wearing both 42 and 45 lapel pins. He came on a bit strong. "I've not seen you here before." Well, i've stood at the same spot every year for, at that time, 8 years. He looked a bit sheepish but was undeterred. "When did you do the commando course?" My idiot radar pinged. "It's not a marine beret." (It's not, and i have only every spoken to two marines in my life.) He mumbled something and went back to his old pals. Not, "oh sorry chief. What is it? Oh, ok. I didn't mean any offence. When were you in blah blah" Nope. No respect for another veteran. Just turned away. Prick.
@Milky_LUFC4 жыл бұрын
I’m absolutely gobsmacked when I initially saw this Walter Mitty clip and also raging as, like you said, so many guys from across all the tri services paid the ultimate sacrifice and not forgetting the thousands that have lost limbs etc who hardly ever get a mention. I’m so glad you caught that guy out and from one ex serviceman to another, hope you have a long and happy life in this unorganised Civvy World 👍🏽👊🏽 ...oh meant to say whilst serving I was honoured to wear my great grandfather’s Victoria South Africa medal and 5 bars, plus his 1914 star along with the other two, 1914-1918 & 1914-1918. Unfortunately he was captured at the battle of Mons and was a POW until 6 days before the Armistice, dying of the Spanish Flu! Always proud to wear his medals every Remembrance Day alongside my own 5 medals!
@andrewyoung19234 жыл бұрын
Jonah, thanks for the vid. Much more reminiscent of the Corps I grew up around (dad did 34 years... I was christened at Stonehouse and spent my summer hols in the armoury back in the mid-90s when he was BSO!). One point ref RN officer capbadge: as a former Skoolie, very few of us made the purchase of cloth capbadges. Indeed, during my time, I served with a number of Commando badged skoolies, in FLEET, Poole and CTCRM, and none of them wore cloth; all had taken the cheap option and merely transferred their issued metal badge from their blue to the green beret. Standards...
@grahambarber27664 жыл бұрын
Only one medal on my chest: The River Exe Drinking Club Black Cat medal! PMPT 🐱🍺
@Papa-eb1lt3 жыл бұрын
He is real, I was with him when we yomped to Port Stanley’s Tesco!
@jhughesdon33 жыл бұрын
One minor point regarding the RN Officer cap badge. Although common for Commando trained personnel to wear a cloth badge, it is not unheard of to wear the metal cap badge (seen here) first issued at BRNC when they pass AACC. That being said, he must have passed out the week prior to this original clip given how 'unsalty' it is!