As a semi-esoteric point of information today marks the centenary of the Welsh Guard's first public parade, the Regiment having been formed February 26, 1915.
From the BBC:
"The Welsh Guards will be marking its centenary on St David's Day with a number of events in Cardiff Bay.
It was raised on 26 February 1915 by order of King George V to complete the national complement of regiments of Foot Guards identified with the countries of the United Kingdom.
The battalion mounted its first King's Guard at Buckingham Palace on 1 March.
More recently the 1st Battalion has toured Bosnia, Northern Ireland, Iraq, Kosovo and Afghanistan.
Events on Sunday include the Welsh Guards 100 marathon, a church service at the Wales Millennium Centre and a parade in the bowl of the bay."
Cymru am Byth
From the BBC:
"The Welsh Guards will be marking its centenary on St David's Day with a number of events in Cardiff Bay.
It was raised on 26 February 1915 by order of King George V to complete the national complement of regiments of Foot Guards identified with the countries of the United Kingdom.
The battalion mounted its first King's Guard at Buckingham Palace on 1 March.
More recently the 1st Battalion has toured Bosnia, Northern Ireland, Iraq, Kosovo and Afghanistan.
Events on Sunday include the Welsh Guards 100 marathon, a church service at the Wales Millennium Centre and a parade in the bowl of the bay."
Cymru am Byth
