They hate the hot weather, but not for the reason you think

They hate the hot weather, but not for the reason you think
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The ‘stay still’ rule is so strict that guards aren’t even allowed to wipe their sweat away. If the heat is especially brutal, people will sometimes come from inside and bring them something to drink. However, our Redditor’s least favourite thing about the heat? “The drill boots’ polish melts in direct heavy sunlight and we have to redo them.”

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They’ve chatted with Queen Elizabeth II

They’ve chatted with Queen Elizabeth II
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While the Reddit guard admits that the novelty of meeting important people does tend to wear off, he still remembers his first meeting with Her Majesty. “When I was on guard at Windsor Castle, she came up to me with her husband and the dogs and asked me some questions. She’s really nice.”

Yes, they laugh sometimes

Yes, they laugh sometimes
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Well, at least our Redditor friend does. “I try not to, but sometimes you just can’t help it; some people are just too funny.”

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