PRINCE PHILIP AT PLYMOUTH

The Duke of Edinburgh, on behalf of the King, presented new colours to the Royal Marines at Plymouth, replacing the old ones from 1896. He expressed pleasure in presenting the colours and praised the Marines for their valour and enthusiasm. The event marked a historic occasion for the Royal Marines of Plymouth.

Who presented the new colours to the Royal Marines barracks in Plymouth?

• The Prime Minister

• The Prince of Wales

• The Duke of Edinburgh

• The Queen

What did the new colours replace?

• The Royal Standard

• The Queen's Colour and Regimental Colour

• The National Flag

• The King's Colour

On whose behalf did the Duke present the new colours?

• The President

• His Majesty the King

• The Queen

• The Prime Minister

What qualities of the Royal Marines did the Duke acknowledge?

• Their intelligence and creativity

• Their bravery in battle and enthusiasm in peacetime

• Their strength and endurance

• Their loyalty and dedication

How is the occasion described for the Royal Marines of Plymouth?

• A routine event

• A historic occasion

• A casual gathering

• A ceremonial duty