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Originally Posted by Skydragon
Before World War II, a succession of Horse Artillery Batteries were stationed in London. The last was mechanised in 1939 and it was His Majesty King George VI's express wish that, after the war, a Troop of Royal Horse Artillery, mounted and dressed in the traditional manner, should once more be seen taking part in the great ceremonies of State. On October 24th 1947 His Majesty inspected the then Riding Troop and said that he wished it to be known as His Troop, and Her Majesty has graciously decided that this title shall continue in her reign in recognition of her father's special interest in the Troop.
http://www.army.mod.uk/kingstprha/ceremon.htm
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Thank you
I wondered if it had a particular connection with one of the Kings.
I know I could have hunted around myself, but I have dial-up and my computer is being particularly painfully slow at the moment so I took the easy way out and asked.
