The National Caribbean Monument Charity

10/06/2026

Troopers from the Caribbean who serve in the Household Cavalry make a significant contribution to the British military through their courage, dedication, and distinguished service.

02/06/2026

On the 15th anniversary of the end of the war in Iraq, a Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle is on display outside the National Army Museum. Recently decommissioned after more than 40 years of Army service, the vehicle has been gifted to the Museum by the British Army.
Research by Army experts has confirmed this Warrior was present during operations in Iraq in 2004 and was almost certainly the vehicle in which then-Private Johnson Beharry earned the Victoria Cross for two separate acts of bravery under sustained enemy attack. In a remarkable reunion, WO1 Johnson Beharry VC came face to face with the vehicle for the first time since the actions for which he received Britain’s highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy.

27/05/2026

First mounted guard duty of the day.

As well as having a combatant role, soldiers from the Caribbean who serve in the Household Cavalry are required to participate in ceremonial duties, including mounted guard duty at Horseguards Parade, Whitehall, London

26/05/2026

26/05/2026

The Household Cavalry is highly diverse, reflecting the modern British Armed Forces.

Troopers undergo intense equestrian and military training.

Soldiers from the Caribbean join the British Army through international enlistment programs and are dispersed throughout the regiments

This trooper is serving with the Blues and Royal within the Household Cavalry

24/05/2026

TNCMC is saddened to hear that RAF veteran and Windrush-generation hero Gilbert Clarke has recently passed away.

Born in Montego Bay, Jamaica, he was determined to serve and found a way to enlist in the Royal Air Force at just 16 by misrepresenting his age.

During World War II, he played an important role in servicing radar equipment, demonstrating his commitment to supporting the war effort during such a challenging time.

Gilbert celebrated his milestone centennial birthday in December 2025.

Known for his enduring dedication to remembrance and sharing his story, his legacy will continue to be honoured globally.

Per Ardua ad Astra

24/05/2026

TNCMC remembers Kingsman Eustace Everett (Billy) Hanley a 20 year old British soldier of West Indian descent.
Born in St. Kitts in the West Indies, he was a member of the 1st Battalion of the King's Regiment during the Troubles in Northern Ireland.

On 23 May 1972 Eustace was shot in the neck by an IRA sniper, and died instantly.

"Nec Aspera Terrent"

19/05/2026

William James Gordon, VC
(19 May 1864–15 August 1922), was a Jamaican soldier in the British Army and recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest award for bravery in combat. He enlisted in the 1st Battalion, West India Regiment in 1885.
In 1892, during the Second Gambia Campaign, Gordon was deployed to Toniataba to counter local resistance.

On 13 March 1892, during an attack on the town, Gordon, then a lance corporal, saved Major G. O. Madden by throwing himself between the officer and hidden muskets, warning him and pushing him to safety. Gordon was shot through the lungs but survived.

His bravery earned him the Victoria Cross. Promoted to sergeant, he later attended Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee in 1897.
After leaving the army in 1902, he worked as a firing range warden in Kingston, Jamaica.
Gordon died of a stroke in 1922 and was buried with military honors at Up Park Camp.

His VC is displayed at the Jamaica Defence Force Museum.

13/05/2026

Royal birthday wishes for Trevor Turner, Hammersmith and Fulham's (H&F) veteran centenarian.
The former Royal Air Force engineer journeyed 4,000 miles from Jamaica to support Allied efforts in the Second World War
The longtime borough resident recently marked his milestone birthday with family, friends, a visit from H&F Mayor Cllr Sharon Holder, and a signed card from King Charles III and Queen Camilla.

Happy Birthday sir, and thank you for your service.

11/05/2026

TNCMC is deeply saddened by the passing of Ralph Ottey, who died on Sunday, May 10, 2026 aged 102.

Born in Little London, Westmoreland, Jamaica, in 1924, Ralph moved to the UK in 1944 to join the RAF, where he served with the 617 "Dambusters" Squadron and later became a driver for a senior RAF officer.

We thank him for his service

Per ardua ad astra