"Buckshee (adjective): Used to describe something extra or spare, often referring to equipment. Can also mean something is easy, especially in the context of physical training. 'Belter! Got some buckshee rations for the exercise.'"

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Royal Regiment of Scotland! 🎄 This festive season, we extend our warmest wishes to all our soldiers, their families, and our incredible supporters. Wishing you peace, joy, and a wonderful New Year ahead.

Perseverance is the drive to keep moving forward, no matter how hard the road. It’s the quiet strength that carries us through, mission after mission.

Looking back at 2024, we’re filled with pride at all The Royal Regiment of Scotland has accomplished this year. Here’s to new challenges and more achievements in 2025 – Slàinte Mhath! 🥂

Our motto, 'Nemo Me Impune Lacessit' (No one provokes me with impunity), defines who we are in The Royal Regiment of Scotland. It drives us to excel, no matter how tough the conditions.

"You’re in your own time now" (phrase): An army expression used when you’ve missed the mark, but quitting isn’t an option. It means the clock’s stopped, but you haven’t — you’ll keep going until the job’s done, no matter how long it takes.

“Gleaming" (adjective): Shining with excellence, precision and pride. In The Royal Regiment of Scotland, gleaming isn’t just about spotless boots or perfectly pressed kit — it’s about delivering excellence in every task, mission and moment.

Last night, 5 SCOTS hosted members of 51 Brigade and special guests for a truly unforgettable Burns Night! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Headquarters Infantry BKA OC Highland Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Association The Fighting 51st

Resilience (noun): The ability to withstand or recover quickly from challenges. In The Royal Regiment of Scotland, resilience isn’t just a word — it’s who we are.

Our reservists have sharpened their urban warfare skills, preparing for any deployments 💪 Reservists from 6 and 7 SCOTS put their room-clearance skills to the test at a state-of-the-art simulation facility in Dundee.

Corporal Cruachan IV 🐴 Renowned for his cheeky antics at high-profile ceremonial events, Cpl Cruachan holds the role of The SCOTS mascot. Read more ⬇️ army.mod.uk/news/cruachan-…

Why does the The SCOTS or the Royal Regiment of Scotland wear a special hat - the Tam O'Shanter? (Audio cleaned up for wind noise and accent)

Discovering the 🇬🇧British SA80A3 Rifle. Special thanks to The SCOTS Regiments 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Muster, March and Remember for Royal Regiment of Scotland The SCOTS 6 SCOTS

The Royal Regiment of Scotland (SCOTS) is to be awarded the freedom of Argyll and Bute in recognition of its service to the local community. argyll-bute.gov.uk/news/2025/apr/…

The Royal Regiment of Scotland is honoured to accept the Freedom of Argyll and Bute in recognition of our service to our nation and within our community.

My successor, as Governor of Edinburgh Castle, will be installed tomorrow, on behalf of The King, by Lord Lyon King of Arms. I wish my ‘kin’, Robert Bruce, Lorna his wife and their two children, every joy and good wish in their term of office. Another ‘Bruce’ for Scotland’s

For the first time, The Royal Regiment of Scotland opens its doors in a powerful new BBC docuseries, The Troops. From life on base to intense overseas training, the series offers a rare glimpse into what it means to serve in 2025.   Find out more here: theroyalregimentofscotland.org/news/the-royal…

We’re proud to be named the first recipients of the Freedom of Inverclyde – a powerful recognition of the Regiment’s connection to the region and the service of our soldiers past and present. We look forward to marking the occasion with a special parade and celebration next year.