En Ferus Hostis
Today the Scots Guards turn 380, formed 16 March 1642 by Charles I. Since then, the Regiment has fought in every major conflict the British Army has seen with distinction.
Closing the Gates at Hougoumont, 1815. Men of the Coldstream Guards and the Scots Guards are shown forcing shut the gates of the chateau of Hougoumont against French attack. The moment of crisis shown in the painting came when around 30 French soldiers forced the north gate and entered into the chateau grounds. Before others could follow, the gates were forced shut again, and the French soldiers still inside were killed. Photo credit: National Museums Scotland
Their colors are decorated with 93 Battle Honours and its rolls carry the name 11 Victoria Cross recipients.
“Times change but the love and passion for the Regiment is never lost.”