THE QUEEN'S COLOUR

In 1961, a ceremonial parade at the Arakan barracks in Accra was attended by Prince Philip. Ghanaian chiefs were part of the colorful gathering that witnessed the retirement of the old colour. Prince Philip, in Field Marshal's uniform, presented the new Queen's colour to the 3rd Battalion, Ghana Regiment of Infantry, the first to be commanded by a Ghanaian. The battalion demonstrated excellent drill skills and took pride in their new colour, which was based on the national flag of independent Ghana.

In which year did the ceremonial parade at the Arakan barracks take place?

• 1951

• 1961

• 1971

• 1981

Who was one of the key figures involved in the ceremonial parade in Accra?

• Prince Philip

• Queen Elizabeth

• King George

• Prince Charles

What was Prince Philip wearing during the presentation of the new Queen's color?

• A casual attire

• A suit

• Field Marshal's uniform

• A traditional Ghanaian outfit

Which battalion received the new Queen's color?

• 1st Battalion

• 2nd Battalion

• 3rd Battalion

• 4th Battalion

What is the new color of the 3rd Battalion based on?

• The Commonwealth flag

• The Ghanaian national flag

• The United Nations flag

• The British flag