NEW COLOURS FOR OX AND BUCKS REGIMENT - SOUND

The 1st Battalion of the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry held a parade in Osnabrück, Germany, to receive new colours, replacing those presented in 1887. The regiment has a distinguished service record, including participation in World War II at Dunkirk and North West Europe. General Sir Bernard Padgett, nominated by the Queen, presented the new colours in a significant ceremony. The regiment's battle honours date back to 1759, with notable achievements in the Peninsular War and at Waterloo. The event marked a historic moment as the battalion proudly marched with their new colours.

Where did the 1st Battalion of the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry receive their new colours?

• London, England

• Osnabrück, Germany

• Paris, France

• Brussels, Belgium

Who was nominated by the Queen to present the new colours to the regiment?

• General Sir David Jones

• General Sir John Smith

• General Sir Michael Clarke

• General Sir Bernard Padgett

In which year did the regiment win its first battle honours?

• 1887

• 1759

• 1805

• 1815

Which battles were part of the regiment's honours in the Peninsular War?

• Battle of Trafalgar

• Battle of Caruana and Vimiera

• Battle of Agincourt

• Battle of Hastings

What was the significance of the ceremony for the battalion?

• It was the first time they marched in columns

• It was the first time they fought in a battle

• It marked the end of World War II

• It was a historic moment as they received new colours