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Rangers vs Hearts: Salute to the Royal Marines - Clydesdale Bank Premier League Half Time Tribute (Rangers 2-0 Hearts)
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Rangers vs Hearts: Salute to the Royal Marines - Clydesdale Bank Premier League Half Time Tribute (Rangers 2-0 Hearts)
Royal Marines from the 45 Commando parade the park at half time
Rangers Football Club is a Scottish professional football club based in the Govan district of Glasgow
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In this evocative photograph, the hallowed turf of Ibrox Stadium is transformed into a scene of military pomp and pride during the Clydesdale Bank Premier League match between Rangers and Hearts in a previous season. The date may have slipped from memory, but the image of the Royal Marines' majestic parade at half time remains etched in the annals of Rangers Football Club history. As the first half of the Rangers vs Hearts fixture came to a pause, the anticipation in the stadium was palpable. The crowd, a sea of blue and white, held their breath as the Royal Marines from the 45 Commando unit took to the pitch. Clad in their distinctive red berets and camouflage uniforms, they marched with unwavering discipline and precision, their boots thudding rhythmically against the lush grass. The sight of the Royal Marines parading at Ibrox was a tribute to their unwavering commitment and service to the country. The number 45 in their unit name holds a special significance for Rangers fans, as it is the same number adorned on the legendary Rangers jersey, a nod to the club's rich history and tradition. The Rangers players, standing respectfully to the side, watched as the Marines completed their parade, their faces a mix of awe and admiration. The air was filled with the sound of bagpipes, adding an extra layer of emotion to the already electric atmosphere. As the second half kicked off, the crowd erupted into cheers, the energy in the stadium reaching a fever pitch. The memory of the Royal Marines' half time tribute remained a source of inspiration for both the players and the fans, a testament to the enduring spirit of unity and pride that defines Rangers Football Club.
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