ROYAL ENGINEERS' ANNIVERSARY

The video features Geoffrey Sumner reporting on the Queen's visit to Chatham as Colonel-in-Chief of the Royal Engineers. The visit marks the centenary of the Corps' amalgamation with the Royal Sappers and Miners. The video highlights the historical Robert Howe steam engine and the evolution of engineering equipment for modern warfare. It also showcases the Royal Engineers' renowned bridge-building techniques and the use of bridge-laying tanks to overcome battlefield obstacles.

Who reported the event of the Queen's visit to Chatham?

• Geoffrey Sumner

• Robert Howe

• Royal Sappers

• Royal Miners

What was the occasion for the Queen's visit to Chatham?

• Opening of a new bridge

• Military parade

• Centenary of the Royal Engineers' amalgamation

• Launch of a new steam engine

What is the Robert Howe steam engine an example of?

• Bridge-building technique

• Early engineering equipment

• Modern warfare equipment

• Anti-tank weapon

What are the Royal Engineers renowned for?

• Aircraft design

• Bridge-building technique

• Submarine construction

• Radar technology

What is the purpose of bridge-laying tanks?

• To lay mines

• To transport troops

• To provide air support

• To overcome anti-tank trenches