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Episode 4
Episode 4 of 6
First transmitted in 1989, this programme delves into the illustrious history of the Royal Scots Greys, and covers the tragic events of the Charge of the Light Brigade.
First transmitted in 1989, this is the fourth in a six-part series which delves into the world of regimental tradition. It looks at the illustrious history of the Royal Scots Greys with an account of how a French Imperial Eagle was won at Waterloo, and covers the tragic events of the Charge of the Light Brigade, the origins of the Victoria Cross and follows the transition from horse to the tank.
Last on
Mon 27 Nov 1989
20:00
±«Óãtv Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
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The Royal Hussar's Night Picket
Duration: 01:25
±«Óãtv Four Army Collection
This programme is part of Army: A Very British Institution, a collection of classic ±«Óãtv programmes about the British Armed Forces available online to watch in full.
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- Mon 27 Nov 1989 20:00±«Óãtv Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
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