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Argentinean memoirs2

Herewith Argentinean memoirs2 - Many of you from the Beauchamp Lodge will know that we had Argentinean visitors in the month of January. In fact our guests were with us from Tuesday 21st January through to Friday 31st January and it was quite a packed schedule.

Agustin Vazquez the Argentinean Military Historian (specialising in the Falklands Campaign) has agreed for us to share his words (Argentinean memoirs2) regarding the visit. We hope you enjoy his experiences as much as he obviously did.

Argentinean Memoirs2 - UK 2025 - Part 2 - Thursday 23rd January 2025

Our second day of this amazing trip to the United Kingdom took us to visit one of the most fascinating places in all of England: Windsor Castle. This imposing fortress that serves as one of the official residences for British monarchs is located 40 km from London, to the west.

The castle, built around 1070, is a key piece in the history of royalty in the United Kingdom, as well as in the personal experience of the citizens who have seen this place as a beacon of their national identity. The condition and conservation of several key places inside shows the pride of the British people for locations like these. Something we, Argentines, should take into consideration. A nation can only rely on its past to make a better present and future. 

On January 23, we were able to enter, after 11:00 in the morning, through one of the side gates. Led by 3PARA veteran Mark Eyles-Thomas, we had the incredible honor [sic] of being face to face with the imposing construction that breathes the legacy of the kings. Along with me, I was accompanied by Colonel (ret.) Carlos Carrizo-Salvadores and soldier veteran (now Civil Engineer) Horacio Cañeque.

We were greeted by a member of the Staff Officer for the Military Knights of Windsor who not only served as our exclusive guide to various places inside the Castle, but was also extremely kind to any questions we had about the history of that place. An immeasurable help that we will never forget!

The tour inside the castle was, in a few words, extraordinary. Having the chance to see so much history encapsulated in walls, rooms, paintings, and the same hallways that centuries ago were trodden by important figures of British royalty. It is a direct, palpable contact with history. Another key moment was the chance to pay our respects to the tomb of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, located inside one of the crypts of Windsor Castle. Time just stopped for a few minutes for all of us there.

Despite the cold and difficult weather, our minds and hearts were focused on this outstanding visit. Our stay lasted almost 2 hours, at the end of which, we ended up exhausted but extremely happy to have been there. Another achievement, another opportunity to learn about the history of the United Kingdom at its best. It was after getting back home, on the way back, that we started to realize how fortunate we were and how grateful we must always be with those who helped us making all of this possible.

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