CMP question

[RHClarke]

Craig,

There are a lot of stories involving both fine units. Two come readily to mind, but I will stick to the Gunner side of the house...

One story involves the wearing of the white lanyard by the Gunners. Some say that the white lanyard was a mark of shame for losing the guns...or some other offence.

I have the "real" story, but it would be interesting to hear some of the other "theories" on why, at one time or another, Gunners wore the white lanyard.

Any takers (C/S Gunner and his ilk are not invited to this party...)?

To continue on with the first question about the legend of the badge: We've established the gun can't be fired, we also have the crown that can't be worn, the wheel that can't be turned (less officers' badges); the grass that can't be cut, and something to do with a reluctant naval knot...