I served in the 82nd Airborne Division for 12 years, and I became an Aldershot Paratrooper over Fox Covert DZ in 93. I'm very proud of it. We stayed at Thorney Island. The good folks In Emsworth treated us like family. The soldiers at 10 Battery treated us like brothers. We stayed there a month. At the end of that month every lad there was dipping Copenhagen. What a grand time we had. It rained the day we got there, and they day we left. Sun the rest of the time. England felt like home to me immediately.
Chris Moody that’s very interesting to know. I tried finding out about who had written and sung the song but had no luck. My grandfather was also a para during ww2
Edward Ions, I want to film John performing this song, he is an amazing chap. After leaving the Paras he spent many years busking. He has tried to teach me Banjo 😎
Folk has it's origins in old world europe, ancient celtic and brythonic folk music, english and continental folk of the medieval years, all comes before the dixies and the yanks.
Listening to this song excites me even more to join the parachute regiment 🇬🇧 waiting for a date for PRAC but gutted as wont be till early next year due to covid-19 😤
Come on I meet 3 Royal Marines in Cyprus in the 80,s bought them all a Beer vets from the Falklands war. The first 2 critized me and my Regiment you have not been out to fight in a long time I said yes doesn,t mean we can,t. The first 2 got up and left 3 stayed he said don,t worry about it mate there ass holes. We had a few more Beers and had a good time. Please I have a lot of respect for the Royal Marines never meant to hurt any bodys feelings, if you can,t take a bit of ribbing and competition which we have done from the beginning of time to each other. Then you have lost something. If you asked some of my Brit Para Brothers the same question you asked me they would tell you to stick it up your ass and put it side ways but I will always be polite that's the person I,am.
Been there, done that....my airborne brothers forever....! My cousin Ronnie Balneaves of the airborne platoon of the Gordon Highlanders jumped into Suez....!
All you lads wanna join the mob just come along with me Here’s some choccy biscuits and a lovely cup of tea Forget the RAF the Royal Marines or the Navy We think you’re big and tough to be in the Airborne Infantry Got of the bus in Aldershot in 1964 They marched us on a parade ground where me father stood before Ole Drummie Williams he drilled the squad it seemed like half a day I’ve never seen such a motley crew, and then I heard him say Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a … Toss They handed me a rifle and a crap hat for me head A uniform that didn’t fit and plywood for me bed They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us round the square. I wished that I was home in bed or anywhere else than there. I tabbed across to Brecon with a Bergen on me back They marched us up to Penny Fan and then they marched us back You should of joined the REME that’s what ole Drummie said You’ve still got 25 miles to go before you go to bed. Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a…Monkeys It started out in Ringway 60 years ago All those boys that volunteered for jumping through the hole Ole Winnie and Boy Browning they watched with all there brass But they weren’t the ones that were jumping out and landing on their arse Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a … Toss They kicked me out of Fat Albert with a parachute on my back The PTI said don’t worry lad if it don’t work bring it back I felt the jolt me nuts went up the chute went round and round At least I didn’t mess me pants before I hit the ground I went for Pre-Selection with a squad of 25 They hounded out the weakest and the one’s that couldn’t survive They handed me me beret and took me by the hand A welcome to the Maroon Machine be proud of that young man. Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a … Monkeys They sent us into battle we took it in our stride A shouting Whoa Mohamed we all jumped in with pride The Royal Marines they stood and watched they seemed so mystified Don’t worry lads we’ll sought them out you run away and hide Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a …Monkeys They always send the Paras in because we don’t give a Toss They always send the Paras in because we don’t give a …
Will say, even though it's fully a comedy song, when the chorus comes around and you get to watch the Airborne kick ass like they were born to do gives me chills.
I’m sat with John again right now, we sat chatting about his song and his other song called Hero’s, We are just about to have another roast dinner. John expresses his thank’s for everyone’s kind and positive comment’s.
My dad was 2 para and sadly passed away recently, probably served at the same time. Would love to use this song at his funeral on 1st Sept. Was it recorded and released do you know as the crematorium IT system Wellesley would add it to their music library. Can I contact John directly do you think, if so how.? My dad was Sgt Albert Gould (Taffy)
@@EirwenCoe Hi, John has moved but I can still speak to him if needed, I’m not sure how his song was recorded but I do know he would be so happy for you to use it, many family’s have in the last few years.
@@bigbozo4888 In September 1944 a number of CANLOAN officers were in the 1st Battalion Border Regiment, 2nd Battalion South Staffordshire Regiment and 7th Battalion King’s Own Scottish Borderers. These were all ‘glider’ battalions that were part of Airborne Divisions at that time, with some Airborne troops being sent into battle by parachute and others by glider. As part of 1st Airborne Division they played a vital role in Operation Market Garden and flew into Arnhem, the Staffs losing heavily in efforts to get to Arnhem Bridge and the others taking part in the defence of the Oosterbeek perimeter up to the point of evacuation. Not just that, but the 20th and 23rd Field Companies of the Royal Canadian Engineers played a leading role in evacuating elements of 1st Airbourne Division alongside 553rd and 260th Field Companies of the British Royal Engineers
@@bigbozo4888 the Canloan program meant that Canuck officers were in most regiments in the British Army and Royal Marines, they had a surplus of subalterns whereas we had a deficit
As a canadian i love that we wher in arnem months later as we sweped thru eurup. We tuck all of the netherlands with infintry paratroops and black watch snipers.
Just saw the film, had a hard time watching it. Watched it all the way thanks to the great company of my friends, but wouldn’t watch it again, very repetitive and super slow, but great props and always awesome Sean Connery. I recommend watching « dien bien phu » instead. Came out in 1992 and still is one of my favourite movies, it’s in french tho.
@@angusmcguinness7015 I'd love to check it out so thanks, still *bridge too far will be my #1 favourite film* BUt I just love war films from 20th century especially made in 60s-70s
The chap with the umbrella. Terrible memory for passwords, y'see, so he thought that his troops would know that only a barmy Englishman would carry an umbrella into battle, and not shoot him. Terribly good family. Lovely fellow.
going to arnhem with the cadets, our instructor was the only black fella in 2 para when he joined, he told us about this song and we all sing it on our runs, i can imagine this blasting out the bus as we tour europe
No don't look down on any other regiments it is soldier's humour..in the Falklands everybody stood shoulder to shoulder..couldn't get a pin in between when we are up. Against it..but when it was done... time for fun and regimental rivalry...😁
Reminds me of my brother who served 13 years in 3 para, always used to sing this in the car. Now I’m joining the royal engineers and want to do p company :)
Do Paras really look down on any regiment that isn't the Paras? I get poking fun at REME or RLC but do they really look down on the RMC? Would the "rivalry" between the Paras and RMC be respect based? And as a civilian, I respect all soldiers. I'm not making a point, just asking a question.
When this film was made in 1976, the majority of the older film stars had done their National Service in the fifties, and what ever branch they served they could fire a Lee Enfield rifle. Today in the U.K. today, if want to find someone who is trained to fire a service style rifle, you have to go to your local school. As the youth Cadet Forces ( ACF, ATC, SCC, RMC) are larger than U.K. armed forces!.
Love it its a catchy tune and great words as we dont give a toss ....we dont give a monkeys proper british humour at its best.... all i say is thank you
All you lads wanna join the mob? Just come along with me Here's some Chocky Biscuits, And a lovely cup of tea. Forget the RAF, the Royal Marines, or the Navy. We think you're big and tough to be in the Airborne Infantry Got off the bus in Aldershot 1964 They marched us on a Parade ground where me father stood before Ol' Drummy Williams he drilled the squad it seemed like half a day. I've never seen such a motely crew and then I heard him say... Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best, Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test. We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck, They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- toss They handed me a rifle and a crap hat for me head, A uniform that didn't fit and plywood for me bed, They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us around the square, I wished that I was home in bed or anywhere else but there. I tapped across the Brecons with a Bergen on me back, They marched us up to Pen y Fan and then they marched us back. You shoulda joined the Reamy, that's what Ol' Drummy said. You still got 25 miles to go before ya go to bed. Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best, Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test. We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck, They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- monkey's. It started out in Ringway sixty years ago, All us boys had volunteered for jumping through the hole, Old Winnie and Boy Browning, they watched with all their brass, But they weren't the ones who were jumping out and landing on their arse. Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best, Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test. We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck, They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- toss They kicked me out of Fat Albert with a parachute on my back, The PTI said "Don't worry lad, if it don't work, bring it back." I felt the jolt, me nuts went up, the chute went round and round, I at least didn't mess me pants before I hit the ground. I went for pre-selection with a squad of twenty-five, They ambled out the weaklets and the ones who couldn't survive. They handed me me beret, then took me by the hand Oh, welcome to the maroon machine, be proud of that, young man. Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best, Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test. We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck, They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- monkey's They sent us into battle, we took it in our stride, And shouting "Whoa, Mohammed!", We all jumped in with pride! The Royal Marines, they stood and watched, they seemed so mystified, Don't worry lads, we'll sort them out, you run away and hide. Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best, Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test. We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck, They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- monkey's. They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- toss They always send the paras in cause we don't give a-
Chocky Biscuits --biscuits with bits of chocolate in them, most likely served with tea Aldershot --A city located in England Drummy Williams --Slang for drill sergeant Crap Hat --Derogatory term used by the Airborne to regard anybody who does not have the maroon beret Brecons --Brecon Beacon National Park Bergen --A rucksack supported by a wooden frame and having a belt to fasten around the waist. Pen y Fan --The highest peake in South Wales, situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park Reamy --By best guess, slang for either Royal Marines or something else Ringway --City in England Old Winnie --Winston Churchill Boy Browning -- Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick Arthur Montague "Boy" Browning Fat Albert --Logistics Aircraft, normally bulky PTI --Physical Training Instructor "Whoa, Mohammed" --Battle cry adopted by the Division in February 1943
My. Dad was in Paras and has sadly passed away recently and would love to play this at his funeral. Was this released or can we get it other than on you tube.
God Bless C. Co. 3rd Para. Who came upon me taking a sh!t in the desert and thought it it would make a great photo op. "Ello what's this? A Yank takin a (unintelligible). Mate, you still 'ave your camera? c'mon then...." I didn't have many options at that point so I put one hand over my junk, waved with the other, and smiled at the camera. So, somewhere in England, there's a pic of a much younger me, with a bent over e-tool blade under my right @ss cheek, smiling for posterity.....or is it posterior? Opn Gallant Eagle 1988. D Co. 3-504 P.I.R.
you lads wanna join the mob just come along with me Here’s some choccy biscuits and a lovely cup of tea Forget the RAF the Royal Marines or the Navy We think you’re big and tough to be in the Airborne Infantry Got of the bus in Aldershot in 1964 They marched us on a parade ground where my father stood before Ole Drummie Williams he drilled the squad it seemed like half a day I’ve never seen such a motley crew, and then I heard him say Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a … Toss They handed me a rifle and a crap hat for me head A uniform that didn’t fit and plywood for me bed They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us round the square. I wished that I was home in bed or anywhere else than there. I tabbed across to Brecon with a Bergen on me back They marched us up to Penny Fan and then they marched us back You should of joined the REME that’s what ole Drummie said You’ve still got 25 miles to go before you go to bed Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a…Monkeys It started out in Ringway 60 years ago All those boys that volunteered for jumping through the hole Ole Winnie and Boy Browning they watched with all there brass But they weren’t the ones that were jumping out and landing on there arse Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a … Toss They kicked me out of Fat Albert with a parachute on my back The PTI said don’t worry lad if it don’t work bring it back I felt the jolt my nuts went up the chute went round and round At least I didn’t mess me pants before I hit the ground I went for Pre-Selection with a squad of 25 They hounded out the weakest and the one’s that couldn’t survive They handed me me beret and took me by the hand A welcome to the Maroon Machine be proud of that young man Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a … Monkeys They sent us into battle we took it in our stride A shouting Whoa Mohamed we all jumped in with pride The Royal Marines they stood and watched they seemed so mystified Don’t worry lads we’ll sought them out you run away and hide Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a …Monkeys They always send the Para’s in because we don’t give a Toss They always send the Para’s in because we don’t give a
I don’t own the rights to the song (the mans RUclips channel is linked) and also don’t think Spotify would let me because of it as last time I tried putting a song on it refused
Thought I heard him say he was para trooping down and messed his pants, I know what it's like to hit the ground , my dad built us a zip line to play on , we jumped off the peak of the bar and slid down a cable holding on to a pipe , that was out fun as children.
.......the PARA'S are second too non....take a look at the so called airborne of the USA......fuck me all shapes and sizes...non of them would make it through basic ....respect to all the boys/men past and present....You always do us proud.
Lyrics to the best of my ability, (?) means I wasn't able to figure out what he said, or I'm not too confident in my answer All You lads wanna join the mob just come along with me. Here's some chocy biscuits and a lovely cuppa tea Forget the RAF, the Royal Marines, or the navy We think you're big and tough to be in the airborne infantry Got off the bus in Aldershot in 1964 They marched us on a parade ground where me father stood before Old drummy Williams he drilled the squad wha'(?) seemed like half a day I've never seen such a motley crew and then I heard him say Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best and when you put that beret on, you know you've passed the test We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck They always send the paras in cause we don't give a, toss They handed me a rifle and a claphat(?) for me head A uniform that didn't fit and plywood for me bed They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us round a square I wish that I was at home in bed or anywhere else but there I tapped(?) across the brecons with a bergen on my back They marched us up to Pen y fan (Penny-fan) and then they marched us back You shoulda joined the REME, that's what old drummy said You still got 25 miles to go before you go to bed Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best and when you put that beret on, you know you've passed the test We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck They always send the paras in cause we don't give a monkeys It started out in ringway, 60 years ago All those boys who volunteered for jumping through the 'ole Ol' winny(?) anne(?) boy browning, they watched with all their brass But they weren't the ones who were jumping out and landing on their arse Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best and when you put that beret on, you know you've passed the test We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck They always send the paras in cause we don't give a, toss They kicked me out of fat albert with a parachute on ma back The PTI said don't worry lad, if don't we'll bring it back I felt the jolt, me nuts went up, the chute went round and round At least I didn't mess my pants before I hit the ground I went for pre-selection with a squad of 25 They handed(?) out(?) the weaklets and the ones who couldn't survive They handed me me beret, then took me by the hand Oh welcome to the maroon machine be proud of that young man Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best and when you put that beret on you know you've passed the test We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck They always send the paras in cause we don't give a, monkeys They sent us into battle, we took it in our stride A shoutin' while mahamin(?), we all jumped in with pride The Royal Marines they stood and watched, they seemed so mystified Don't worry lads we'll sort 'em out you runaway and 'ide Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best and when you put that beret on you know you've passed the test We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck They always send the paras in cause we don't give a monkeys They always send the paras in cause we don't give a toss They always send the paras in cause we don't give a
From the top: what seemed like half a day. Tabbed ( Para term for a forced March) Crap hat (any military headgear that is not the maroon beret) Old Winnie (as in Winston Churchill) and boy Browning (boss of the army at the time) while shouting a Mohamed. Hope this helps
I served in the 82nd Airborne Division for 12 years, and I became an Aldershot Paratrooper over Fox Covert DZ in 93. I'm very proud of it. We stayed at Thorney Island. The good folks In Emsworth treated us like family. The soldiers at 10 Battery treated us like brothers. We stayed there a month. At the end of that month every lad there was dipping Copenhagen. What a grand time we had. It rained the day we got there, and they day we left. Sun the rest of the time. England felt like home to me immediately.
You English Barstard!
Respecto.
We all love you.
🇬🇧🇺🇸🇮🇱✝️
Britain fella respects
Did you do p company
This song is written and sung by a very good friend of mine. John Wilmot, now in his seventies and yep, he earnt his beret.
Chris Moody that’s very interesting to know. I tried finding out about who had written and sung the song but had no luck. My grandfather was also a para during ww2
Edward Ions, I want to film John performing this song, he is an amazing chap. After leaving the Paras he spent many years busking. He has tried to teach me Banjo 😎
Would really enjoy seeing a video of him performing it.
Any chance of finding out the chords would love to preform this
Edward Ions the original mp3 was uploaded on a site that no longer exists.
What a bloody tune. I salute the man who wrote and sang this
"They kicked me out of Fat Albert with a parachute on my back. The PTI said don't worry lad, if if don't work bring it back" 😂
PJI (Parachute Jumping Instructor) not PTI (Physical Training Instructor)
My father was in the Pathfinders was proud of his beret and wings. I used to sit and listen to his tales of his time in the Para`s.
Your father. Hero,especially being a finder.🟦❤
I was pathfinders ( 3 Para) 1970s
My dad did his national service in the paras and stayed an extra 3 years. He loved it.
is there anything not to love? Haha
No reason to jump out of perfectly good plane!
OMG being an ex Canadian para I really like this happy tune.
did you happen to be 3 commando in Germany also>
God bless Canada!!!!!!
“The Royal Marines they stood and watched , they seemed so mystifiiiied.
Don’t worry lads , we’ll sort’em out , you run away an’ide..”
😄
I can certainly say that the Marines won't like this tune. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
But it's true
I never knew Britain had so much good folk music.
This isnt folk music...
Folk has it's origins in old world europe, ancient celtic and brythonic folk music, english and continental folk of the medieval years, all comes before the dixies and the yanks.
It has a vast amount of great folk music with some dating back to anglo saxon times, but this is not folk music
Listening to this song excites me even more to join the parachute regiment 🇬🇧 waiting for a date for PRAC but gutted as wont be till early next year due to covid-19 😤
Good luck lad, passed depot in 2004
Good luck.
good luck man, hoping to join airborne at 18
After test week and youve passed. Balloon jump .Night jump five jumps hankley common you get your wings .
Para in mid 60s.Good luck young man.
Saludos de un paracaidista argentino! El espíritu de los boinas rojas trasciende naciones! PARACAIDISTA SIEMPRE!
It is such a wonderful and catchy song. Lovable lyrics and feel good tune. Lovely sir. Hats off from a Fellow Paratrooper from India
I liked this very much have a lot of Brothers in the Brit Paras and 82 Airborne served in the Canadian Airborne I enjoyed this very much thank you.
Leonard Edwards What years/Regiment?
@@thatontariofarmer I served with The Canadian Airborne 84-87 and with the 1 PPCLI 80-84 and about a year a half with the Reserve.
Come on I meet 3 Royal Marines in Cyprus in the 80,s bought them all a Beer vets from the Falklands war. The first 2 critized me and my Regiment you have not been out to fight in a long time I said yes doesn,t mean we can,t. The first 2 got up and left 3 stayed he said don,t worry about it mate there ass holes. We had a few more Beers and had a good time. Please I have a lot of respect for the Royal Marines never meant to hurt any bodys feelings, if you can,t take a bit of ribbing and competition which we have done from the beginning of time to each other. Then you have lost something. If you asked some of my Brit Para Brothers the same question you asked me they would tell you to stick it up your ass and put it side ways but I will always be polite that's the person I,am.
It’s arse
Great song Para's and the film clip to match.Onward-this is the battle motto of the New Zealand Infantry.Go well all Para's.
Been there, done that....my airborne brothers forever....! My cousin Ronnie Balneaves of the airborne platoon of the Gordon Highlanders jumped into Suez....!
My father was a Pathfinder and Gordon Highlanders was Mother Regiment. Ronnie Mcbain.
We need more British war films again.
Please, please!!
We need more good war films in general
We need LESS wars.
@@william6682 Wars and War Films are different things my guy
@@0yko Are they?
my favourite movie with now a catchy tune.
Such a poignant song 🎵
A real hero, God bless him...
🙏🕯🪽
God and the British we all adore in times of trouble and not before !
49 now still Plastic PARA 216 loved the work!!!!
Hard men ...Paras 👍👍👍
Best infantry the paras
All you lads wanna join the mob just come along with me
Here’s some choccy biscuits and a lovely cup of tea
Forget the RAF the Royal Marines or the Navy
We think you’re big and tough to be in the Airborne Infantry
Got of the bus in Aldershot in 1964
They marched us on a parade ground where me father stood before
Ole Drummie Williams he drilled the squad it seemed like half a day
I’ve never seen such a motley crew, and then I heard him say
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a … Toss
They handed me a rifle and a crap hat for me head
A uniform that didn’t fit and plywood for me bed
They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us round the square.
I wished that I was home in bed or anywhere else than there.
I tabbed across to Brecon with a Bergen on me back
They marched us up to Penny Fan and then they marched us back
You should of joined the REME that’s what ole Drummie said
You’ve still got 25 miles to go before you go to bed.
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a…Monkeys
It started out in Ringway 60 years ago
All those boys that volunteered for jumping through the hole
Ole Winnie and Boy Browning they watched with all there brass
But they weren’t the ones that were jumping out and landing on their arse
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a … Toss
They kicked me out of Fat Albert with a parachute on my back
The PTI said don’t worry lad if it don’t work bring it back
I felt the jolt me nuts went up the chute went round and round
At least I didn’t mess me pants before I hit the ground
I went for Pre-Selection with a squad of 25
They hounded out the weakest and the one’s that couldn’t survive
They handed me me beret and took me by the hand
A welcome to the Maroon Machine be proud of that young man.
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a … Monkeys
They sent us into battle we took it in our stride
A shouting Whoa Mohamed we all jumped in with pride The Royal Marines they stood and watched they seemed so mystified
Don’t worry lads we’ll sought them out you run away and hide
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Paras in cause we don’t give a …Monkeys
They always send the Paras in because we don’t give a Toss
They always send the Paras in because we don’t give a …
爾靈山 will do
Will say, even though it's fully a comedy song, when the chorus comes around and you get to watch the Airborne kick ass like they were born to do gives me chills.
Earned my jumps wings in 1967
Mine 2004
Well done Edward. A great clip.
Love this song been playing on repeat constantly thank you for uploading it Cheers.
Im going to learn this song off by heart.❤🇬🇧.
I’m sat with John again right now, we sat chatting about his song and his other song called Hero’s, We are just about to have another roast dinner. John expresses his thank’s for everyone’s kind and positive comment’s.
Do you have a recording of his Hero's song? I would love to hear it.
My dad was 2 para and sadly passed away recently, probably served at the same time.
Would love to use this song at his funeral on 1st Sept. Was it recorded and released do you know as the crematorium IT system Wellesley would add it to their music library.
Can I contact John directly do you think, if so how.?
My dad was Sgt Albert Gould (Taffy)
@@EirwenCoe Hi, John has moved but I can still speak to him if needed, I’m not sure how his song was recorded but I do know he would be so happy for you to use it, many family’s have in the last few years.
Fantastic song, really loved it.
No prob man i am a canadian reanacter. Also canada was a huge part in op. Market garden
How was Canada a huge part in Market Garden?
@@bigbozo4888 In September 1944 a number of CANLOAN officers were in the 1st Battalion Border Regiment, 2nd Battalion South Staffordshire Regiment and 7th Battalion King’s Own Scottish Borderers. These were all ‘glider’ battalions that were part of Airborne Divisions at that time, with some Airborne troops being sent into battle by parachute and others by glider. As part of 1st Airborne Division they played a vital role in Operation Market Garden and flew into Arnhem, the Staffs losing heavily in efforts to get to Arnhem Bridge and the others taking part in the defence of the Oosterbeek perimeter up to the point of evacuation.
Not just that, but the 20th and 23rd Field Companies of the Royal Canadian Engineers played a leading role in evacuating elements of 1st Airbourne Division alongside 553rd and 260th Field Companies of the British Royal Engineers
@@Peoples_Republic_of_Devonshire Thanks. Didnt know Canada played a much bigger role in the Operation.
@@bigbozo4888 the Canloan program meant that Canuck officers were in most regiments in the British Army and Royal Marines, they had a surplus of subalterns whereas we had a deficit
No.2 FOU RA was made up of primarily Canadian Airborne Gunners.
As a canadian i love that we wher in arnem months later as we sweped thru eurup. We tuck all of the netherlands with infintry paratroops and black watch snipers.
In the Paras. 1957 to 1992 Major Barry Andrews
The movie in this video is the glorious film: *"A Bridge Too Far"*
Just saw the film, had a hard time watching it. Watched it all the way thanks to the great company of my friends, but wouldn’t watch it again, very repetitive and super slow, but great props and always awesome Sean Connery. I recommend watching « dien bien phu » instead. Came out in 1992 and still is one of my favourite movies, it’s in french tho.
@@angusmcguinness7015 I'd love to check it out so thanks, still *bridge too far will be my #1 favourite film* BUt I just love war films from 20th century especially made in 60s-70s
@@elitely6748 totally understand, I guess it falls downs to personal preferences. Do you like the wild geese? It’s also with Sean Connery.
@@angusmcguinness7015 I just saw images of "dien bien phu" and im already in awe. Im gonna go see the trailer
@@angusmcguinness7015 looks lovely saw trailer. Me and m father love history and the films of war so I think he'll enjoy it
This is actually great its now my favourite song
Well done! AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY!!
We started jump school with 56. 24 made it. Felt right grand pinning those wings on.
I am surprised so many made it, good on ya lads.
A great Video and Song! Together with Post Scriptum is it awesome too :D
Jan der Fuchs thank you. Post scritum?
@@hmsWarspite7 Woops XD Post Scriptum :DDD
Honestly
This
Is
Amazing
Josh Jwillway thanks
2:35 I do declare, that's Digby! Jolly good show, old chap. Well done.
The chap with the umbrella. Terrible memory for passwords, y'see, so he thought that his troops would know that only a barmy Englishman would carry an umbrella into battle, and not shoot him. Terribly good family. Lovely fellow.
My high school English teacher was at the bridge. He was an airborne artillery signaler.
Luv it, Paras all day long
I bloody love it!
Great film if no one has seen this it's a bridge to far
going to arnhem with the cadets, our instructor was the only black fella in 2 para when he joined, he told us about this song and we all sing it on our runs, i can imagine this blasting out the bus as we tour europe
Matthew Williams which cadet force are you in?
Youre wearing reg kit in cadets?
@@hmsWarspite7 ACF irish guards and CCF paras
@@ancientmachine9070 what are you on about mate, didn't talk about kit??
Your picture your have a para reg top on but your in cadets.
The best ever 🙏❤️
Proud to have been a para, just wish I could have some new knees.
awsome song my dad was in the british paratrooper
So was my grandfather
No don't look down on any other regiments it is soldier's humour..in the Falklands everybody stood shoulder to shoulder..couldn't get a pin in between when we are up. Against it..but when it was done... time for fun and regimental rivalry...😁
BS.
Realy good loved it.
Josh Shaffer thanks
Thank you
My dad was there in 1964, he is dead now but proud he was 2 Para.
The 27 dislikes were from argies i bet
or the Provos
200 views on this video are me it’s just so bloody good
Reminds me of my brother who served 13 years in 3 para, always used to sing this in the car. Now I’m joining the royal engineers and want to do p company :)
good for ya
Go for u&p fitter
Jump school 1967, SF Jumpmaster 1969, Rigger 1971. Got my Canadian wings in 1976.
Ready for anything this stays with you throughout your life!
Good job ALL THE WAY AIRBORNE !
"Feet and knees together son!"
and keep youd legs bent
Love it
Do Paras really look down on any regiment that isn't the Paras? I get poking fun at REME or RLC but do they really look down on the RMC? Would the "rivalry" between the Paras and RMC be respect based?
And as a civilian, I respect all soldiers. I'm not making a point, just asking a question.
Forces banter mate
A sense of humor.
All the rest are crap hats to us 144 PFA 🏴
3 Para (Pathfinders) m mid 70s . Younger bro 2 para Mortars went down south .
My grandpa was a airborne ranger for the 101st airborne rangers in veitnam he was Barney Dale miller
When this film was made in 1976, the majority of the older film stars had done their National Service in the fifties, and what ever branch they served they could fire a Lee Enfield rifle.
Today in the U.K. today, if want to find someone who is trained to fire a service style rifle, you have to go to your local school.
As the youth Cadet Forces ( ACF, ATC, SCC, RMC) are larger than U.K. armed forces!.
Being bigger doesn't mean they can shoot. Cadet shooting is only really done in the prone position
@@skylongskylong1982 manual and in practice are not the same thing. Although there is more use of other positions now
@@hmsWarspite7If over eighteen become a CFAV.
What have you got to loose.
@@skylongskylong1982 what are you on about?
Go, Go ,Go ! Green light on !
my dad was in the paras and im joining it in 2years
Love it its a catchy tune and great words as we dont give a toss ....we dont give a monkeys proper british humour at its best.... all i say is thank you
All you lads wanna join the mob? Just come along with me
Here's some Chocky Biscuits, And a lovely cup of tea.
Forget the RAF, the Royal Marines, or the Navy.
We think you're big and tough to be in the Airborne Infantry
Got off the bus in Aldershot 1964
They marched us on a Parade ground where me father stood before
Ol' Drummy Williams he drilled the squad it seemed like half a day.
I've never seen such a motely crew and then I heard him say...
Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best,
Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test.
We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck,
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- toss
They handed me a rifle and a crap hat for me head,
A uniform that didn't fit and plywood for me bed,
They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us around the square,
I wished that I was home in bed or anywhere else but there.
I tapped across the Brecons with a Bergen on me back,
They marched us up to Pen y Fan and then they marched us back.
You shoulda joined the Reamy, that's what Ol' Drummy said.
You still got 25 miles to go before ya go to bed.
Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best,
Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test.
We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck,
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- monkey's.
It started out in Ringway sixty years ago,
All us boys had volunteered for jumping through the hole,
Old Winnie and Boy Browning, they watched with all their brass,
But they weren't the ones who were jumping out and landing on their arse.
Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best,
Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test.
We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck,
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- toss
They kicked me out of Fat Albert with a parachute on my back,
The PTI said "Don't worry lad, if it don't work, bring it back."
I felt the jolt, me nuts went up, the chute went round and round,
I at least didn't mess me pants before I hit the ground.
I went for pre-selection with a squad of twenty-five,
They ambled out the weaklets and the ones who couldn't survive.
They handed me me beret, then took me by the hand
Oh, welcome to the maroon machine, be proud of that, young man.
Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best,
Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test.
We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck,
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- monkey's
They sent us into battle, we took it in our stride,
And shouting "Whoa, Mohammed!", We all jumped in with pride!
The Royal Marines, they stood and watched, they seemed so mystified,
Don't worry lads, we'll sort them out, you run away and hide.
Green on, we're Airborne, we know we are the best,
Ah, when you put that beret on, you know you passed the test.
We go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck,
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- monkey's.
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a- toss
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a-
Chocky Biscuits
--biscuits with bits of chocolate in them, most likely served with tea
Aldershot
--A city located in England
Drummy Williams
--Slang for drill sergeant
Crap Hat
--Derogatory term used by the Airborne to regard anybody who does not have the maroon beret
Brecons
--Brecon Beacon National Park
Bergen
--A rucksack supported by a wooden frame and having a belt to fasten around the waist.
Pen y Fan
--The highest peake in South Wales, situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park
Reamy
--By best guess, slang for either Royal Marines or something else
Ringway
--City in England
Old Winnie
--Winston Churchill
Boy Browning
-- Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick Arthur Montague "Boy" Browning
Fat Albert
--Logistics Aircraft, normally bulky
PTI
--Physical Training Instructor
"Whoa, Mohammed"
--Battle cry adopted by the Division in February 1943
God Bless the Airborne, but Don't Fear the Night, Fear what Fights at Night, Light to Fight at Night! Light Infantry kills everything!
My. Dad was in Paras and has sadly passed away recently and would love to play this at his funeral.
Was this released or can we get it other than on you tube.
If you look further down in the comments the original creator has commented and you should be able to contact him about it
Brilliant
Bridge too far...one of the best war flick of all time.
The truth about this man ❤❤❤❤❤
God Bless C. Co. 3rd Para. Who came upon me taking a sh!t in the desert and thought it it would make a great photo op. "Ello what's this? A Yank takin a (unintelligible). Mate, you still 'ave your camera? c'mon then...." I didn't have many options at that point so I put one hand over my junk, waved with the other, and smiled at the camera. So, somewhere in England, there's a pic of a much younger me, with a bent over e-tool blade under my right @ss cheek, smiling for posterity.....or is it posterior? Opn Gallant Eagle 1988. D Co. 3-504 P.I.R.
Haha that is hilarious, hoe y'all had a good laugh about it
We paras have no equal....!
Bet. Zoom zoom zoom.
Remember John Frost, a real hero.
you lads wanna join the mob just come along with me
Here’s some choccy biscuits and a lovely cup of tea
Forget the RAF the Royal Marines or the Navy
We think you’re big and tough to be in the Airborne Infantry
Got of the bus in Aldershot in 1964
They marched us on a parade ground where my father stood before
Ole Drummie Williams he drilled the squad it seemed like half a day
I’ve never seen such a motley crew, and then I heard him say
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a … Toss
They handed me a rifle and a crap hat for me head
A uniform that didn’t fit and plywood for me bed
They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us round the square.
I wished that I was home in bed or anywhere else than there.
I tabbed across to Brecon with a Bergen on me back
They marched us up to Penny Fan and then they marched us back
You should of joined the REME that’s what ole Drummie said
You’ve still got 25 miles to go before you go to bed
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a…Monkeys
It started out in Ringway 60 years ago
All those boys that volunteered for jumping through the hole
Ole Winnie and Boy Browning they watched with all there brass
But they weren’t the ones that were jumping out and landing on there arse
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a … Toss
They kicked me out of Fat Albert with a parachute on my back
The PTI said don’t worry lad if it don’t work bring it back
I felt the jolt my nuts went up the chute went round and round
At least I didn’t mess me pants before I hit the ground
I went for Pre-Selection with a squad of 25
They hounded out the weakest and the one’s that couldn’t survive
They handed me me beret and took me by the hand
A welcome to the Maroon Machine be proud of that young man
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a … Monkeys
They sent us into battle we took it in our stride
A shouting Whoa Mohamed we all jumped in with pride The Royal Marines they stood and watched they seemed so mystified
Don’t worry lads we’ll sought them out you run away and hide
Green on we’re Airborne and we know we are the best
When you put that beret on you know you’ve passed the test
We’ll go anywhere we’ll fight anyone we’re always in the muck
They always send the Para’s in cause we don’t give a …Monkeys
They always send the Para’s in because we don’t give a Toss
They always send the Para’s in because we don’t give a
When you read the history , these blokes must have been not only as hard as nails but had a screw lose !!!!!!
What battle does he reference when talking about the Marines?
The Gaffa 😂😂. Tbfff. I did some research and I found nothing on the Marines being at the Battle of Goose Green
It’s British banter pal
My grandad use to be in the army
Go on the paras
Looks like many people missed this song huh?
Red shines the sun 🇬🇧
I wonder what word they so carefully leave out?
1987 and after a forced route march we sang this to get lads in the back of a man diesel human again. If you know u know.
dont forget, a humble pigeon saved the lives of 2000 Paras from death or captivity "William of Orange"
The Oxfordshire & Buckinghamshire Light Infantry later called the 1st Battalion Royal Green Jackets took Pegasus Bridge... Just saying
@@whoflungdung1046 they did
Hard bastards! Heroes one n all!.
Proud of all of you. 🇬🇧
I know it’s a bit old but if I can can I put it on Spotify please
I don’t own the rights to the song (the mans RUclips channel is linked) and also don’t think Spotify would let me because of it as last time I tried putting a song on it refused
@@hmsWarspite7 ok
Very best
Fuckin great song, christy moore knock has very similar beat if you need chords
Thought I heard him say he was para trooping down and messed his pants, I know what it's like to hit the ground , my dad built us a zip line to play on , we jumped off the peak of the bar and slid down a cable holding on to a pipe , that was out fun as children.
IS IT BY ANY CHANCE WRITTEN BY LT.COL. JOHN WILMOTT
It is written by a John Wilmot. Do not know his rank
@@hmsWarspite7 ok
The movie's name is "A Bridge too Far"(And yes I'm 4 years late) I also realized someone already commented this so sorry.
An ex para taught me how to drive.
.......the PARA'S are second too non....take a look at the so called airborne of the USA......fuck me all shapes and sizes...non of them would make it through basic ....respect to all the boys/men past and present....You always do us proud.
The PARA's are practically sf so... a few weeks of jump training will not help the US guys to pass basic
Dad took me to join 16, said sorry got asthma but between that aircraft carrier mod bunch of matal last time I seen it queen Elizabeth
0:28 throwing the maroon beret in that manner!!!!! 😡
He doesn't throw it; he shoves it inside his battledress. Watch it at x0.25
@@archerry6457 just having a listen and seen your reply mate. Yes your totally right and I apologise 👍🏻
Whats the film in the video?
A bridge too far
Nip down to henri deboras for the leather banded.
Lyrics to the best of my ability, (?) means I wasn't able to figure out what he said, or I'm not too confident in my answer
All You lads wanna join the mob just come along with me.
Here's some chocy biscuits and a lovely cuppa tea
Forget the RAF, the Royal Marines, or the navy
We think you're big and tough to be in the airborne infantry
Got off the bus in Aldershot in 1964
They marched us on a parade ground where me father stood before
Old drummy Williams he drilled the squad wha'(?) seemed like half a day
I've never seen such a motley crew and then I heard him say
Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best
and when you put that beret on, you know you've passed the test
We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a, toss
They handed me a rifle and a claphat(?) for me head
A uniform that didn't fit and plywood for me bed
They woke us up at the break of dawn and marched us round a square
I wish that I was at home in bed or anywhere else but there
I tapped(?) across the brecons with a bergen on my back
They marched us up to Pen y fan (Penny-fan) and then they marched us back
You shoulda joined the REME, that's what old drummy said
You still got 25 miles to go before you go to bed
Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best
and when you put that beret on, you know you've passed the test
We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a monkeys
It started out in ringway, 60 years ago
All those boys who volunteered for jumping through the 'ole
Ol' winny(?) anne(?) boy browning, they watched with all their brass
But they weren't the ones who were jumping out and landing on their arse
Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best
and when you put that beret on, you know you've passed the test
We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a, toss
They kicked me out of fat albert with a parachute on ma back
The PTI said don't worry lad, if don't we'll bring it back
I felt the jolt, me nuts went up, the chute went round and round
At least I didn't mess my pants before I hit the ground
I went for pre-selection with a squad of 25
They handed(?) out(?) the weaklets and the ones who couldn't survive
They handed me me beret, then took me by the hand
Oh welcome to the maroon machine be proud of that young man
Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best
and when you put that beret on you know you've passed the test
We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a, monkeys
They sent us into battle, we took it in our stride
A shoutin' while mahamin(?), we all jumped in with pride
The Royal Marines they stood and watched, they seemed so mystified
Don't worry lads we'll sort 'em out you runaway and 'ide
Green on, we're airborne, we know we are the best
and when you put that beret on you know you've passed the test
We'll go anywhere, we'll fight anyone, we're always in the muck
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a monkeys
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a toss
They always send the paras in cause we don't give a
From the top:
what seemed like half a day.
Tabbed ( Para term for a forced March)
Crap hat (any military headgear that is not the maroon beret)
Old Winnie (as in Winston Churchill) and boy Browning (boss of the army at the time)
while shouting a Mohamed.
Hope this helps