How the Royal Anglian Regiment honours the bravery shown at the Battle of Minden

The colours worn by the Royal Anglian Regiment have long stood as a representation of the bravery of the British soldier, with its roots being forged in the Seven Years War.

The Battle of Minden, which took place 265 years ago on 1 August 1759, saw a mistake in command put infantry soldiers against heavy French cavalry.

Despite the odds, and fears that the order would sign the death warrants for hundreds of men, the infantry overcame their enemy and won the day.

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The descendent regiment formed today's Royal Anglian Regiment, whose members honour the memory of their ancestors' heroism with the red and yellow roses on their cap badges.

During parades, troops wear the red flower in front of the yellow one.

The red colour symbolises bravery and blood, while the yellow symbolises dishonour and, worn together, the flowers mean courage before dishonour for the Royal Anglian Regiment.