ua-cam.com/video/FCnGD6xv5ik/v-deo.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.
@@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.
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
There are some hilarious comments for this, but col sanders at the battle of KFC!:))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) THE BEST YET!
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
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 👍
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.
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!
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?
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.
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.
The best approach to a Walt I have seen. He was clearly a somewhat delusional chap. I have more pity than anger. The only thing I would say you were not correct about was the beret badge. The beret was clearly not a RM item, but the badge he was wearing wasn’t a tin copy as far as I can see it was a genuine RN officers beret badge (they always look too big and a bit blingy!). My flight pilot was an ex RM and wore that design of officers badge on his green lid.
I saw a walt wearing the Combined ops badge on a SAS windproof with Para wings and Cpl chevrons - he claimed to have been in my unit. Next time I saw him was because I slapped someone and had to attend court. Turned out that he was a court usher - sporting a RM tie, this time... Do these people have a wardrobe of eBay bought army gear which they dress up in according to their mood that day?! "Today, Matthew, I'm going to be a SAS Combined Operations Hercules Pilot".
Exemplary behaviour, an absolute credit to our heroes. Our armed forces are a breed apart. and your response to someone who is clearly mentally ill shows just one aspect of your courage and empathy.
Just a quick one , that beret badge that is tin style Is actually issued at BRNC. Good friend of mine transferred from RM to RN when I was at BRNC and he had to wear the tin style as seen cap badges weren't allowed. Great vid!
Imitation is the best form of flattery. You should be very proud that there are people out there that wish they had achieved the things you have. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
I’m ex RN 81 to 93 but did not go to the Falklands. However did anyone else pick up on the fact that he said one of the ships that took him there (after Ascension) was Bulwark! HMS Bulwark was decommissioned in April 81, a year before the Falklands conflict. The present HMS Bulwark was not launched until 2001.
Thank you Jonah for putting the record straight. We can only make things worse by physical abuse. Just having a quiet word is enough. The person once exposed will wilt away embarrassed.
he is genuine. come on he completed all missions in every Battlefield, Arma, Overwatch, Spec Ops, Halo, Apex Legends & PUBG Battlegrounds .. but more importantly, all the series of Half life and Call of Duty EVERY single ONE of them! very hard missions to do. but you must understand it's secret, he can't talk about this stuff, totally classified. keep your mouth closed, the only thing you can say is how big was the monitor you completed your missions, pixels, screen inches, pc or playstation is classified and it's serious information guys don't make fun of him! pity but we all understand that (don't we?) ..........
Here in Australia we have our own problem with stolen valour. On Anzac day we go to the pub wearing our medals, have a drink or two and remember those soldiers no longer with us. I was in my local in Perth and struck up a conversation with a local who was wearing a rack with a VC. He correctly had them on his right hand side and said they were a relatives. All's good one may say, except the landlord shook my hand then his, thanked us for our service and bought us a drink. Anyway he shook a lot of hands that day, never once correcting those thanking him for his service (he's never served). I guess I just felt pity for him. This guy in your vid looked like he'd visited a surplus store and done a lucky dip. I think the best thing to do is focus their mind as to the sacrifices soldiers make whilst serving.
This guy either has balls bigger than Britain itself for even thinking about trying this or his lift doesn't go to the top floor, am opting for the latter.
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.
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.
Well done Jonah, I've come across a few who told me they'd been 'down South' and after a couple of sentences of Jackspeak their incomprehension clearly flags them as walts. I am mystified why some men do this.
When I attend remembrance I wear my dad’s impressive WW2 rack on the right. I know exactly what each battle star and medal is for as he told me. On the left my own 2 (non operational) medals.
I'm a stubby fingered special keyboard operations veteran of 25 years of the troll wars. I have the bald patch from headphones wearing my hair out and my keyboard is sticky from watching pretty boy Chris Thrall on youtube.
Q: How many Vietnam veterans does it take to change a light bulb? I don't know, how many Vietnam veterans does it take to change a light bulb? A: You don't know cause you weren't fuckin there, man!
I actually served with Harold Hadrada at Stamford bridge, then later in life I was in the SAS in 1920, before they were even thought of,,but I never speak of it 😂
I'm never allowed to serve, in any branch, in any capacity, because of my hearing damage that I was born with. It fucking sucks. I wouldn't walk around with a fake uniform and medals and lie about being in the military, but at the same time I would appreciate soldiers recognising and respecting those who would give it their all only to be fucked off by the medical. Too many times I have had a serviceman arrogantly looking down on me. Once, while playing airsoft, an active serviceman called me "weak" because I don't "just sign up, if you like that kind of thing so much!" When I encounter people like that, I really struggle to respect the military as a whole.
it is ILLEGAL for any civilian to wear service uniform under the 1894 uniforms act. Any person not serving can be arrested and fined £1000 if caught doing it. It should be enforced. Makes me sick when I see it. I have served 38 years and earned the right to wear my uniform.
@JonahmdbJones This just appeared on my feed again after a few years and hasn't realised you'd replied all that time ago - cheers. You articulate yourself really well, I got commissioned officer vibes so was just curious. My Dad was a rockape corporal and served alongside you lads many times, always said the RM's were the best he worked with.
Friend of mine was merchant navy I remember him saying I was in the gally preparing food I think Atlantic conveyer when exocet missile appeared in the wall he said someone shouted run and that's what we did he made it home nice guy not a bragged
Have served in three military organisations over 35 years. I don't give a toss about these Walts and don't understand why some people do, and get so up tight about them. Came across a bloke in Australia who was very successful at what he did, had even received a very significant national honour for civilian outstanding service (it was genuine, I checked). As far as I could tell he had once in a one off conversation claimed he had served in Vietnam. Never wore medals or uniform like the joker here and there was no evidence that this incident was part of a pattern. However, one of the organisations that 'exposes' these Walts did everything they could to destroy him. Totally out of proportion.
as a non military person im curious, why do you call them "walter mittys" ? also the "aggression is for the battlefield" top class there sir. true british values right there
I love that when asked if he is genuine, he did the classic deflection tactic of being ‘insulted’ when asked that question 🤦🏻♂️ if a genuine soldier had been asked that, they would be angry and answer swiftly with confidence.
As I stated in the original film I find it rather sad really; I mean, are their lives so empty that they feel they have to do this? They are to be pitied really and need our help, as its a form of mental illness. Some of the American "Stolen Valour" examples are really pitiful.
Rob was on to the imposter. You could see he was smirking at your questions because he knew you were on to him as he was. One has to feels sorry for him. He has identity problems.
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.
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! 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
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.
@@Cumberland_swasige Just like anyone who has served in any branch of the armed forces since National Service ended just over half a century ago - no-one made them do it.
@@JAmediaUKI can't exactly remember what number i was on the balcony, but it was somewhere around number 600. By god that balcony was very crowded. 😂😂😂😂. Seriously i was just a mere Royal Irish Rangers/ Regiment for 23 years, i would never dream of fabricating any of my experiences. Been at certain parades all over the UK since I left, and the Walters are always there, with some mad stories. A real soldier or rather ex soldier can near enough spot them from just a few words. In fact was at a parade of sorts not too long back, bumped into a Walt, i said to him what Battalion were you in? He said the 1st, btw so was I, but I pretended to be from the 2nd RIR. However, i was asking when he joined etc. would he remember such and such, that sort of thing. He was claiming he joined in 1985, i joined in 84, i asked him where were you stationed etc? Think he said he was posted to Lisburn, here in Northern Ireland, straight from training? That certainly didn't happen back then. We were normal Army, infantry, sent overseas. He also had a Bosnian medal, or Former Yugoslavian medal i think they called it, i asked when he was there? He said early 90s, which could be true, as our Regiment did have a Company+ strength, deployed with the Cheshire Regiment around then, but they came from our 2nd Battalion. Remember he claimed to be 1st Battalion. I was asking where was the 1st stationed in 1985, he didn't know. Couldn't name the CO of the Depot, nor his training staff etc. Definitely a Walt.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
@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.
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
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.
@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".
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.
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.
Very well handled.. professional, non-threatening, and helping the perpetrator to realise how silly and disrespectful he was being without bullying or making demands.
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".
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.
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!
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.
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 😊😊
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.)
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
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.
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
@@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
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.
Just makes you feel sorry for the person that he’s got to go round like that I worked for the military please as a civilian security officer as a Dog handler and I imagine some of the people I work with. Would be pretty disgusted as well because I know some of them did go to the Falklands, and Northern Ireland but if that’s the way he gets his kicks, what can you say?
The narrator comes across as a decent and level headed guy. Very different to the America Stolen Valour chasers who are as crazy as the people they are confronting.
K Higgins, I wasn’t at this location to hunt out false veterans, it was an opportunity that needed addressing. Rather than walking away I felt this chap needed a talking to. I was interested to hear his story. Since this episode, I have met a number of individuals in similar circumstances but have not recorded the event. Some come clean, others brush me off with a response that tells me I’m interfering with their fantasy. Many of these people lack proper communication with the real world. The art to interact is being lost through modern technology.
@@JonahmdbJones It's possible he may have lost a close relative who served. Maybe he got through the majority of the commando course but got a bad injury at the end? Coupled with the possibility of mental issues then I guess a level of empathy is required.
Met a Walt today - reckoned he'd been in the Legion. Had a fair bit of detail - but then said he didn't speak French as his memory was shot - said he was also an ex para - then he had the Legion D'honneur medal - not just one but two of them....- then he'd worked for Blackwater - then he'd just to top it off - he'd also been in the SAS for 7 years...FFS
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 . 🇦🇺😞
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
@@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.
@@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.
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.
I served in the stolen valour regiment. Do you know how hard it is to research all day get it wrong and then get embarrassed by real soldiers. We are the real heroes lol.
He did serve down South - he served me a Chicken Zinger burger once, in Croydon. Apparently he is a Colonel.
That would be the KFC at West Croydon just outside the railway station #Captain Cat!
Special 'fried' forces?
Fried chicken matters
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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.
They opened one in Addington about 1 or 2 weeks ago. He got transferred to my unit a few days ago
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.
I'm former SAS. I never leave the house without a pixelated face!
I thought the SAS stopped that made you guys easier to spot 🤔
Very wise
I thought that facial effect was just an allergic reaction to eating uncooked hedgehogs and slugs.
@@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.
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
The guy who passed away took honesty to nth degree, what a great guy.
RIP Rob Bromley - raise a glass to him.
@@willfoster2635 Was Rob from Chesterfield ?
@@macann70221 Hi Ian. Sorry, I don't know much about him.
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
RIP Rob - very sad to learn this.
Was Rob from Chesterfield?
@@macann70221 Yes
Walter is 100% real, he stormed nugget hill with the 22nd hot wings under col sanders at the battle of KFC
@Dark Light That made me chuckle,awesome comment 😄
Lol, Lord Jesus Christ is the God of ecstasy consciousness
There are some hilarious comments for this, but col sanders at the battle of KFC!:))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) THE BEST YET!
Brilliant, I am in stitches......metaphorically speaking.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
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
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 👍
We never forget Australia’s contribution in WWII. 🇬🇧
@@willbee6785 , good on ya Will.
All the best mate .
Mick
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.
“Lynn, are they your mums cataract glasses?”
Hahaha "we went to a pap concert"
How’s The edge? The edge is fine!
Dan Nottingham fucking classic comedy mate
How’s Adam Clayton?
Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. He wanted to be someone but knew in his heart he was no one.
This is fantastic Jonah. A calm, balanced and very well reasoned explanation of what you did and why. Nice one!
Jonah...thank you for your service, and thank you to all you served with......You are the best of the best!
@M..B.G. Music Production, thank you sir for your comment. Our empathy and care for one another continues long after serving.
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!
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?
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.
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.
You were mistaken sir.
That guy is the real deal, i served with him in the gulf war, he was tail gunner on my submarine.
Alright Royal, thanks for having the integrity to call out this Walter Mitty.
Subscribed. Great channel. Ex Royal Air Force myself. 78-84. Should’ve done longer. Big regret. But it stays. Thankfully! 👍🇬🇧
The best approach to a Walt I have seen. He was clearly a somewhat delusional chap. I have more pity than anger. The only thing I would say you were not correct about was the beret badge. The beret was clearly not a RM item, but the badge he was wearing wasn’t a tin copy as far as I can see it was a genuine RN officers beret badge (they always look too big and a bit blingy!). My flight pilot was an ex RM and wore that design of officers badge on his green lid.
Thank you for clarifying the meaning of wearing the medals on the right side of the chest. I had asked myself the question on numerous occasions.
I have never served but can tell something wasn’t right about that guy. I also have huge respect for anyone that has.
combined operations ceased to exist in 1947... He looks great for his age.
I saw a walt wearing the Combined ops badge on a SAS windproof with Para wings and Cpl chevrons - he claimed to have been in my unit. Next time I saw him was because I slapped someone and had to attend court. Turned out that he was a court usher - sporting a RM tie, this time...
Do these people have a wardrobe of eBay bought army gear which they dress up in according to their mood that day?! "Today, Matthew, I'm going to be a SAS Combined Operations Hercules Pilot".
Not true, 29 commando 148 Meiktila Bty Forward operations, is part of combined forces. Airborne and Seaborne.
@@tdezyn well spoken ! Combined Operations is still part of the Navy orbat
Glad that was cleared up!!! Good on ya chap
Thanks 👍
Exemplary behaviour, an absolute credit to our heroes. Our armed forces are a breed apart. and your response to someone who is clearly mentally ill shows just one aspect of your courage and empathy.
Apart from 'Let's go interview a Walter' and ending with 'nobber'. Apart from that, yeah, empathy...
Spot on with everything you have said and yes it's all down to detail. Nulli Secundus
Great video, explaining a great deal! Thank you for your service.
Just a quick one , that beret badge that is tin style Is actually issued at BRNC. Good friend of mine transferred from RM to RN when I was at BRNC and he had to wear the tin style as seen cap badges weren't allowed. Great vid!
Imitation is the best form of flattery. You should be very proud that there are people out there that wish they had achieved the things you have. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Very well put. Respect
I’m ex RN 81 to 93 but did not go to the Falklands. However did anyone else pick up on the fact that he said one of the ships that took him there (after Ascension) was Bulwark! HMS Bulwark was decommissioned in April 81, a year before the Falklands conflict. The present HMS Bulwark was not launched until 2001.
Thank you Jonah for putting the record straight. We can only make things worse by physical abuse. Just having a quiet word is enough. The person once exposed will wilt away embarrassed.
he is genuine. come on he completed all missions in every Battlefield, Arma, Overwatch, Spec Ops, Halo, Apex Legends & PUBG Battlegrounds .. but more importantly, all the series of Half life and Call of Duty EVERY single ONE of them! very hard missions to do. but you must understand it's secret, he can't talk about this stuff, totally classified. keep your mouth closed, the only thing you can say is how big was the monitor you completed your missions, pixels, screen inches, pc or playstation is classified and it's serious information guys don't make fun of him! pity but we all understand that (don't we?) ..........
Here in Australia we have our own problem with stolen valour. On Anzac day we go to the pub wearing our medals, have a drink or two and remember those soldiers no longer with us. I was in my local in Perth and struck up a conversation with a local who was wearing a rack with a VC. He correctly had them on his right hand side and said they were a relatives. All's good one may say, except the landlord shook my hand then his, thanked us for our service and bought us a drink. Anyway he shook a lot of hands that day, never once correcting those thanking him for his service (he's never served). I guess I just felt pity for him. This guy in your vid looked like he'd visited a surplus store and done a lucky dip. I think the best thing to do is focus their mind as to the sacrifices soldiers make whilst serving.
Well presented Jonah
This guy either has balls bigger than Britain itself for even thinking about trying this or his lift doesn't go to the top floor, am opting for the latter.
My Army number has stayed with me since 1990 and I use as part of all of my passwords!! Not one I can forget.
i do the same with mine. It's in my head through fear of forgetting it whilst i did basic training lol.
This video is absolute quality.
False valor should be an offense here in the UK too.
As a British English speaker my millennial friend .... valour and offence
@@allenomalley4014 🤣🤣🤣
@2manynegativewaves most, if not all the royals earned their medals
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.
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.
Nice one mate
Glyn,
Thanks for the comment.
Well done Jonah, I've come across a few who told me they'd been 'down South' and after a couple of sentences of Jackspeak their incomprehension clearly flags them as walts. I am mystified why some men do this.
Many of them probably suffer from mental health or self esteem issues..... a sad sign of the times perhaps?
I fought along side this man in the Battle of Milton Keynes. A brave Walter Mitty he is too.
When I attend remembrance I wear my dad’s impressive WW2 rack on the right. I know exactly what each battle star and medal is for as he told me. On the left my own 2 (non operational) medals.
Thanks for the extra information
Australians often March in relatives medals as long as they’re worn on the right side of the chest rather than left
Sick in The Head they lying about things like that.
I'm a stubby fingered special keyboard operations veteran of 25 years of the troll wars. I have the bald patch from headphones wearing my hair out and my keyboard is sticky from watching pretty boy Chris Thrall on youtube.
Is Royal Marine an anagram of we are gods? Thank you for your service and to all service men and women.
Q: How many Vietnam veterans does it take to change a light bulb?
I don't know, how many Vietnam veterans does it take to change a light bulb?
A: You don't know cause you weren't fuckin there, man!
Fantastic vid, good to see. BZ
Thank you for ur service
I actually served with Harold Hadrada at Stamford bridge, then later in life I was in the SAS in 1920, before they were even thought of,,but I never speak of it 😂
I'm never allowed to serve, in any branch, in any capacity, because of my hearing damage that I was born with. It fucking sucks.
I wouldn't walk around with a fake uniform and medals and lie about being in the military, but at the same time I would appreciate soldiers recognising and respecting those who would give it their all only to be fucked off by the medical.
Too many times I have had a serviceman arrogantly looking down on me. Once, while playing airsoft, an active serviceman called me "weak" because I don't "just sign up, if you like that kind of thing so much!"
When I encounter people like that, I really struggle to respect the military as a whole.
Superb Royal . RIP Brommers
it is ILLEGAL for any civilian to wear service uniform under the 1894 uniforms act. Any person not serving can be arrested and fined £1000 if caught doing it. It should be enforced. Makes me sick when I see it. I have served 38 years and earned the right to wear my uniform.
Great explanation Jonah - would you mind if I asked what rank you were in the RM?
@peake1, I don't mind at all. I was a full Corporal when I left the Corps in 1995.
@JonahmdbJones This just appeared on my feed again after a few years and hasn't realised you'd replied all that time ago - cheers. You articulate yourself really well, I got commissioned officer vibes so was just curious. My Dad was a rockape corporal and served alongside you lads many times, always said the RM's were the best he worked with.
Friend of mine was merchant navy I remember him saying I was in the gally preparing food I think Atlantic conveyer when exocet missile appeared in the wall he said someone shouted run and that's what we did he made it home nice guy not a bragged
Have served in three military organisations over 35 years. I don't give a toss about these Walts and don't understand why some people do, and get so up tight about them. Came across a bloke in Australia who was very successful at what he did, had even received a very significant national honour for civilian outstanding service (it was genuine, I checked). As far as I could tell he had once in a one off conversation claimed he had served in Vietnam. Never wore medals or uniform like the joker here and there was no evidence that this incident was part of a pattern. However, one of the organisations that 'exposes' these Walts did everything they could to destroy him. Totally out of proportion.
as a non military person im curious, why do you call them "walter mittys" ?
also the "aggression is for the battlefield" top class there sir. true british values right there
Non military myself, but Walter Mitty is a fictional character who led a life of heroic daydreaming fantasy.
I love that when asked if he is genuine, he did the classic deflection tactic of being ‘insulted’ when asked that question 🤦🏻♂️ if a genuine soldier had been asked that, they would be angry and answer swiftly with confidence.
Who wears a scrim scalf at a parade anyway? What an absolute whopper!
As I stated in the original film I find it rather sad really; I mean, are their lives so empty that they feel they have to do this? They are to be pitied really and need our help, as its a form of mental illness. Some of the American "Stolen Valour" examples are really pitiful.
Rob was on to the imposter. You could see he was smirking at your questions because he knew you were on to him as he was. One has to feels sorry for him. He has identity problems.
I was in the SAS ,(Surfers Against Sewage).
Very informative thank you for the video
I suppose we should be flattered in a way. Every Walt seems to be ex Para Regt or ex RMC.
Lol.. good point... not many Walts are clerks or cooks.
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.
lol.
LMFAO!!!
Fkn brilliant
@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
You got that off an Old Jeffro Joke ....Does that make you a Walter ha
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! 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
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.
@@offgrid8445no. You are paid to do a job. Nobody makes you do it.
there are 2,000 members of the 4th Man on The Balcony Association....
@@Cumberland_swasige Just like anyone who has served in any branch of the armed forces since National Service ended just over half a century ago - no-one made them do it.
@@JAmediaUKI can't exactly remember what number i was on the balcony, but it was somewhere around number 600. By god that balcony was very crowded. 😂😂😂😂. Seriously i was just a mere Royal Irish Rangers/ Regiment for 23 years, i would never dream of fabricating any of my experiences. Been at certain parades all over the UK since I left, and the Walters are always there, with some mad stories. A real soldier or rather ex soldier can near enough spot them from just a few words. In fact was at a parade of sorts not too long back, bumped into a Walt, i said to him what Battalion were you in? He said the 1st, btw so was I, but I pretended to be from the 2nd RIR. However, i was asking when he joined etc. would he remember such and such, that sort of thing. He was claiming he joined in 1985, i joined in 84, i asked him where were you stationed etc? Think he said he was posted to Lisburn, here in Northern Ireland, straight from training? That certainly didn't happen back then. We were normal Army, infantry, sent overseas. He also had a Bosnian medal, or Former Yugoslavian medal i think they called it, i asked when he was there? He said early 90s, which could be true, as our Regiment did have a Company+ strength, deployed with the Cheshire Regiment around then, but they came from our 2nd Battalion. Remember he claimed to be 1st Battalion. I was asking where was the 1st stationed in 1985, he didn't know. Couldn't name the CO of the Depot, nor his training staff etc. Definitely a Walt.
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.
My sentiments exactly!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A different breed they guys . Top men every last one .
@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.
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
I can confirm you are sas. I was an Iranian in the embassy that was killed.
The true heroes were those who built that balcony, By gods could it hold so many men.
I was the 12 one in from the right dressed in black. You can’t miss me!
😂😂
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.
The 1 dislike is the Walter Mitty
"aggression is for the battlefield" couldn't have said it better 👍
Probably is. I'd be happy to chat to him again.
@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".
Bless you for clearing up about Rob. That was kind. RIP.
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.
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.
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.
Very well handled.. professional, non-threatening, and helping the perpetrator to realise how silly and disrespectful he was being without bullying or making demands.
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".
Crikey!
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.
No denying he was a Veteran then ;)
I could see him sweating like 🤴 Andrew
yep he was sweating like a blindfolded lesbian in a fishmongers
Andrew doesn't sweat..... After being shot at daaaaaan Sarf. I was shot at in Bosnia..... I sweat my tits off everyday!!!!
Yes, but he has more plausible bull than HRH.
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!
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.
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 😊😊
You do that sir
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.
Danny, thanks for the comment mate. Keep safe.
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.)
Nice comment Andrew Tombs, very much appreciated.
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
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.
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
theres some good research to show ketamine and mdma have helped with ptsd etc. good luck
Swift & Bold. Ex 2RGJ and then RAMC at QEMH. 1966 - 2002
You did your bit well sir
@@seanmurphy5778 when did you leave 2RGJ?
@@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
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.
The mitty looks like a 1960s mercenary that shouldve been in the congo
He is real, I was with him when we yomped to Port Stanley’s Tesco!
Just makes you feel sorry for the person that he’s got to go round like that I worked for the military please as a civilian security officer as a Dog handler and I imagine some of the people I work with. Would be pretty disgusted as well because I know some of them did go to the Falklands, and Northern Ireland but if that’s the way he gets his kicks, what can you say?
The narrator comes across as a decent and level headed guy. Very different to the America Stolen Valour chasers who are as crazy as the people they are confronting.
K Higgins, I wasn’t at this location to hunt out false veterans, it was an opportunity that needed addressing. Rather than walking away I felt this chap needed a talking to. I was interested to hear his story. Since this episode, I have met a number of individuals in similar circumstances but have not recorded the event. Some come clean, others brush me off with a response that tells me I’m interfering with their fantasy.
Many of these people lack proper communication with the real world. The art to interact is being lost through modern technology.
@@JonahmdbJones It's possible he may have lost a close relative who served. Maybe he got through the majority of the commando course but got a bad injury at the end? Coupled with the possibility of mental issues then I guess a level of empathy is required.
Met a Walt today - reckoned he'd been in the Legion. Had a fair bit of detail - but then said he didn't speak French as his memory was shot - said he was also an ex para - then he had the Legion D'honneur medal - not just one but two of them....- then he'd worked for Blackwater - then he'd just to top it off - he'd also been in the SAS for 7 years...FFS
Ha!
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 . 🇦🇺😞
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
I salute you back sir!
Just look at his head: his beret is an Army Int Corps one, but his beret badge is a Navy Officer's!
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.
@@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.
@@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.
Only one medal on my chest: The River Exe Drinking Club Black Cat medal! PMPT 🐱🍺
Now come on cabbage head you can see a mile of he's argentine the dark glasses give it away.!
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.
I served in the stolen valour regiment. Do you know how hard it is to research all day get it wrong and then get embarrassed by real soldiers. We are the real heroes lol.