Formation Parade 7th Infantry Brigade and HQ East
On 30th July 2015 Veterans and Members of the Association attended the Parade to commemorate the Operational readiness of 7th Infantry Brigade and HQ East (The Desert Rats) who in the modern Army continue the heritage of the Desert Rats.
Below are some photographs from the event
Parade marches on led by the Band of the Royal Armoured Corps |
More of the parade marching on. In this case 2nd Battalion (Poachers) The Royal Anglian Regiment with their 'Poacher' mascot |
The Parade forms up |
The Parade is ready and the RSM requests Brigadier Bourne to inspect it. |
Brigadier Bourne inspects the parade |
The Officers Salute during part of the parade. |
Brigadier Bourne takes the Salute |
Band marches past |
A hollow square forms for the drum head service |
Multi-faith Padres conduct the service |
Two pictures of the 'Jerboa' made from parts of many different vehicles | |
Some on the displays manned by men from the Brigade |
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Static Displays |
Jackal Recce Vehicle |
Snipers section |
Mortar and General Purpose Machine Gun |
Javelin System |
Foxhound Vehicle |