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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old
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I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast, for I intend to go in harm's way.
- John Paul Jones (later adopted by the US Navy's Special Boat Units)
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January 22
1879: Six companies of the 24th Regiment are annihilated at Isandhlwana, following this defeat British Regiments no longer carry colours in the field. 8 VCs and 9 DCMs won at Rorke's Drift
1901: Death of Queen Victoria
1944: ANZIO, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 22 May 44)
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