maroonlegions Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Seems we are having one on Saturday against Killie. This Saturday’s Ladbrokes Premiership match against Kilmarnock will see the club host its second annual Armed Forces Day at Tynecastle Park. In line with the club’s ethos of working closely with individuals and organisations in the community, Heart of Midlothian last year committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant. Upon signing the Armed Forces Covenant, the club committed to a range of pledges, one of which is to designate one home fixture per season as Armed Forces Day. The club has provided 300 complimentary match tickets for Saturday’s game to serving personnel from all three of the Armed Forces Services. Personnel will also be manning a range of stalls and activities on the Foundation Plaza from 1pm onwards on the day and the club would like to invite supporters to stop by on their way into the ground. The Lowland Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland will also perform on the Plaza pre-match before taking to the Tynecastle turf for a half-time performance. Finally, the teams will be accompanied on to the pitch by several young cadet mascots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever Hearts Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Good to see us continuing to support our armed forces. It reflects well on the club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxy Hearts Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 I love the history of our club and what our team did in WW1. I have a poppy badge I wear to work everyday. Not overly keen on this sort of thing though, it's a little Sevcoesque for me. I do appreciate the armed forces but not the political element or jingoism. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maroonlegions Posted October 2, 2019 Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 7 minutes ago, Forever Hearts said: Good to see us continuing to support our armed forces. It reflects well on the club. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upgotheheads Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 (edited) A suitable commemoration of the Hearts team who sacrificed so much in the Great War. Edited October 2, 2019 by upgotheheads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upgotheheads Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 minute ago, Roxy Hearts said: I love the history of our club and what our team did in WW1. I have a poppy badge I wear to work everyday. Not overly keen on this sort of thing though, it's a little Sevcoesque for me. I do appreciate the armed forces but not the political element or jingoism. Correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Just now, upgotheheads said: A suitable commemoration of the Hearts team who sacrificed so much in the Great War. The correct take Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Governor Tarkin Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 It's divisive this, but I really wish that it wasn't. The armed forces have been an integral part of the fabric of many of our communities around the Lothians and Fife for generations. There will be a minority who co-opt this type of thing to expound their political agenda, but I'd hope that as grown-ups we can see beyond that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upgotheheads Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 minute ago, Governor Tarkin said: It's divisive this, but I really wish that it wasn't. The armed forces have been an integral part of the fabric of many of our communities around the Lothians and Fife for generations. There will be a minority who co-opt this type of thing to expound their political agenda, but I'd hope that as grown-ups we can see beyond that. Agreed. Events like this make us think deeply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maroonlegions Posted October 2, 2019 Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 7 minutes ago, upgotheheads said: A suitable commemoration of the Hearts team who sacrificed so much in the Great War. Bang on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxy Hearts Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 10 minutes ago, Governor Tarkin said: It's divisive this, but I really wish that it wasn't. The armed forces have been an integral part of the fabric of many of our communities around the Lothians and Fife for generations. There will be a minority who co-opt this type of thing to expound their political agenda, but I'd hope that as grown-ups we can see beyond that. I will be at Tynecastle on Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SectionN Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Fantastic to see Hearts supporting Armed Forces Day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sexton Hardcastle Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 The usual mob will hijack it sadly much like rangers do with their forces day. Utterly pathetic given the background and history. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxy Hearts Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Sexton Hardcastle said: The usual mob will hijack it sadly much like rangers do with their forces day. Utterly pathetic given the background and history. That's the issue. It dilutes our history a little. IMO. I've no time for the jingoistic, "help for heroes" stuff. I support our armed forces, just don't want the BoJo type element of it. We've had our Scots regiments for centuries now it's one. Whenever I'm in a town in the Highlands I always pay my respects to memorials. Brave men from wee places, real heroes. Edited October 2, 2019 by Roxy Hearts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clerry Jambo Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 aaaaah so that's why a good number of seats were greyed out in Section H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maroonlegions Posted October 2, 2019 Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 minute ago, Clerry Jambo said: aaaaah so that's why a good number of seats were greyed out in Section H 300 i think. I will be doing my usual shaking of hands to squaddies i meet in the plaza after a few beers in the Tynie Arms.. before i enter the ground in our glorious new stand. FTH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Good stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Dan Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Gets my full support. Something kicks off (don’t ask me what) and we will be glad they are around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Governor Tarkin Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 5 minutes ago, Roxy Hearts said: Whenever I'm in a town in the Highlands I always pay my respects to memorials. Brave men from wee places, real heroes. I often stop and read the names out loud. Boys, most of them. Each one a mother's son. Heartbreaking. Don't think I've ever left the memorial up by Spean Bridge with a dry eye. I wish there was no such thing as war, and no need for armed forces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick witter Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Excellent that Hearts are giving recognition to our armed forces 🇬🇧🏴👍🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homme Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Not for me but can see why the club do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OTT Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 No issue with it. Good way to raise money for a good cause. I assume the money raised goes to helping those who have suffered serious injury whilst on duty etc. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanks said no Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Delighted that our club is supporting our armed forces on Saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxy Hearts Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 51 minutes ago, Governor Tarkin said: I often stop and read the names out loud. Boys, most of them. Each one a mother's son. Heartbreaking. Don't think I've ever left the memorial up by Spean Bridge with a dry eye. I wish there was no such thing as war, and no need for armed forces. Good post. It really hits home when you see these memorials. Different times now, there should never be any wars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shed1874 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 My support for the people serve our nation past present future, highlight of the day. We'll support you evermore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shed1874 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 hour ago, Roxy Hearts said: That's the issue. It dilutes our history a little. IMO. I've no time for the jingoistic, "help for heroes" stuff. I support our armed forces, just don't want the BoJo type element of it. We've had our Scots regiments for centuries now it's one. Whenever I'm in a town in the Highlands I always pay my respects to memorials. Brave men from wee places, real heroes. You have the midas touch Really genuine kind respectful post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jake Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 hour ago, upgotheheads said: A suitable commemoration of the Hearts team who sacrificed so much in the Great War. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwidoug Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Brilliant initiative by Hearts yet again. Freedom was hard fought. Lest we forget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnthomas Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 hour ago, Homme said: Not for me but can see why the club do it. I agree with you . Hopefully we never repeat this kind of event again when the Hun are in town . Think it happened at least twice and ended up a complete embarrassment for all concerned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weakened Offender Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 4 hours ago, Sexton Hardcastle said: The usual mob will hijack it sadly much like rangers do with their forces day. Tbf to the usual mob, I doubt that's possible. Whether you believe this type of thing has a place in football, our club does attempt to make it as dignified as possible. Rangers (Old and New) have never even pretended to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannymack Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 5 hours ago, Roxy Hearts said: I love the history of our club and what our team did in WW1. I have a poppy badge I wear to work everyday. Not overly keen on this sort of thing though, it's a little Sevcoesque for me. I do appreciate the armed forces but not the political element or jingoism. Deary me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biffa Bacon Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 11 hours ago, Roxy Hearts said: I love the history of our club and what our team did in WW1. I have a poppy badge I wear to work everyday. Not overly keen on this sort of thing though, it's a little Sevcoesque for me. I do appreciate the armed forces but not the political element or jingoism. Agreed, I am happy that Killie are the visitors. More often than not we seem to be playing Newco in this fixture, and we see half a dozen soldiers come on to the pitch at half time, one wearing a Hearts scarf and the reat wearing a Sevco scares heading towards the Roseburn. Their fans lapping it up. Just doesn't sit right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fila Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 Supporting our troops , well done Hearts . Anyone who gets their knickers wet over this, needs to have a word with themselves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XB52 Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 As long as we make sure we never have it when rangers are here then fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 (edited) Do see the problem. Fine young Men and Women doing their jobs. Unlike their Bosses. Edited October 3, 2019 by ri Alban Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumpship Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 https://www.google.com/amp/s/inews.co.uk/news/uk/armed-forces-veterans-homeless-crime-prison-mental-health-254034%3famp Our young men and women have been abandoned by the UK government. It's great that we/Hearts want to support them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Treasurer Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 While I support this and our armed forces in general I can see why some people are uncomfortable with it. It could be seen as blurring the line when it comes to (rightly) distancing our club from politics etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We_are_the_Hearts Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 This thread is everything that is wrong with the modern PC gone daft offended by anything society we live in. And Scotland is one of the worst now. Ancestors will be turning in their graves at how petty it has become. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 5 minutes ago, We_are_the_Hearts said: This thread is everything that is wrong with the modern PC gone daft offended by anything society we live in. And Scotland is one of the worst now. Ancestors will be turning in their graves at how petty it has become. Don't see the problem. I will always show my appreciation to the Armed Forces and will continue to do so, for the same Men and Women post independence. I don't need a UK or Saltire to celebrate this brave people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We_are_the_Hearts Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 6 minutes ago, ri Alban said: Don't see the problem. I will always show my appreciation to the Armed Forces and will continue to do so, for the same Men and Women post independence. I don't need a UK or Saltire to celebrate this brave people. This has nothing to do with Politics. The army are a big part of our history, club and country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 (edited) 12 minutes ago, We_are_the_Hearts said: This has nothing to do with Politics. *The army are a big part of our history, club and country. *It is. Edited October 3, 2019 by ri Alban Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Shed Floodlight Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 14 hours ago, Roxy Hearts said: I love the history of our club and what our team did in WW1. I have a poppy badge I wear to work everyday. Not overly keen on this sort of thing though, it's a little Sevcoesque for me. I do appreciate the armed forces but not the political element or jingoism. stop being bigoted. it is not Sevcoesque at all as it is part of our history, plus loads of clubs thru Britain do this sort of thing. It reflects well that society are thinking of the Armed forces and the great job they do on a daily basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever Hearts Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 14 hours ago, Roxy Hearts said: That's the issue. It dilutes our history a little. IMO. I've no time for the jingoistic, "help for heroes" stuff. I support our armed forces, just don't want the BoJo type element of it. We've had our Scots regiments for centuries now it's one. Whenever I'm in a town in the Highlands I always pay my respects to memorials. Brave men from wee places, real heroes. It doesn't dilute our history at all. Utter nonsense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 I would prefer we steered clear of this, football should be about football and nothing else. The club is quick enough to state similar when it suits them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmiyaHearts Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 Not my thing but I have no problem with anyone who supports it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannymack Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 Armed Forces Day was not created by Rangers Football Club ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabienleclerq Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 47 minutes ago, Taffin said: I would prefer we steered clear of this, football should be about football and nothing else. The club is quick enough to state similar when it suits them. I suppose the problem is you can't only have things you agree with and then say football should be about football and nothing else. Save the children or food banks etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever Hearts Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 34 minutes ago, dannymack said: Armed Forces Day was not created by Rangers Football Club ! Don't spoil it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 40 minutes ago, fabienleclerq said: I suppose the problem is you can't only have things you agree with and then say football should be about football and nothing else. Save the children or food banks etc. I agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Slim Stylee Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 45 minutes ago, fabienleclerq said: I suppose the problem is you can't only have things you agree with and then say football should be about football and nothing else. Save the children or food banks etc. That’s it really. Nothing wrong with paying respect to all manner of service people and organisations if it’s done in the right way. The poster who says it’ll be the highlight of his day is maybe forgetting we’re there for a football match. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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