In honour of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, the top Regimental mascots of the British Army gathered in Edinburgh for a special photograph.
The mascots travelled to Scotland from all over the country for the photograph, which was kept a secret for months.
Corporal Mark Wilkinson, Pony Major with the Royal Regiment of Scotland, told Force News about the special moment: “We came up with a brainwave of having all Her Majesty’s mascots in Edinburgh getting a nice photograph taken, that we can get framed and present to Her Majesty.”
In a video posted on Twitter, the different representatives from each branch give an unusual look into the more personal connections between branches. There are several men who then speak of their relationships with their mascots as well as the different events where they have represented Her Majesty, including Trooping the Colour and Royal Ascot.
Each mascot represents its regiment and serves as a symbol of identity, traditions, and soldiers. The responsibility of caring for the mascots is significant as they are expected to look their best when on parade.
The photo is to be framed and presented to Her Majesty at Balmoral Castle sometime this month in honour of the Platinum Jubilee.
