Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2006

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The month of August gave Ian the opportunity of a lifetime to work at one of the most important military events in the UK, the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Although Ian worked with the RMPs for the security of the event it also gave him the chance to live in the historical Edinburgh Castle!

The show provided lots of national pride - the Union Flag on the castle and the Scottish Flag held by the highland dancers.

The opening of the show on a Saturday afternoon. Always a sold out crowd.

Pipers marching along the show area. The sounds of pipes and drums fills the air.

The patriotic Redcaped Royal Military Police.

Ian has some fun with the local Edinburgh police that he worked with.

Lord Kitchener reminds the crowd that the country still needs you.

The theme of the 2006 Tattoo was the Scottish Soldier, shown by the badge of the Scottish Regiment on the castle.

Scottish Soldiers formed The Thin Red Line during the Crimean War.

My home for a couple of weeks. Heck, they say every man needs his castle...

A beautiful view from the top of the stands overlooking Edinburgh and seeing Arthur's Seat.

And finally...

During one of the final shows the guest visitor was Sir Sean Connery - yes 007 himself. He gave us the honor of a photo with the hard working RMPs.