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Veterans For Scottish Independence

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Building a community of Armed Forces Veterans who support Scottish independence. Hosts of The Recce Report Show - livestreamed on the second Monday of each month at 2000 hrs - independencelive.net/reccereport

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Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

A satirical cartoon-style political poster inspired by dark British comedy aesthetics. Two exaggerated caricatures stand in front of a shabby village “LOCAL SHOP” under stormy skies in the fictional village of Royston Vasey.

On the left is a caricature of Malcolm Offord, portrayed with a floral headscarf tied under the chin, oversized glasses, deeply exaggerated cheeks, a pig-like upturned nose, and a smug expression. He wears a dirty beige overcoat, patterned knitwear, and a large blue “REFORM UK” rosette.

On the right is a caricature of Thomas Kerr, shown with an enlarged face, heavy chin, exaggerated pig-like upturned nose, beard stubble, glasses, crossed arms, and an arrogant expression. He wears a navy suit with patterned tie and a small Union flag pin.

Large white and blue title text at the top reads: “The Reform League of Gentlemen”. Smaller text above says: “WELCOME TO ROYSTON VASEY. YOU’LL NEVER LEAVE - UNLESS YOU ARE THE WRONG COLOUR.”

A weathered shop sign reads: “LOCAL SHOP. Owned by the wonderful Malcolm Offord and Thomas Kerr (Proprietors).”

Black name plaques beneath the characters read:
“Malcolm Offord”
“Oooh! Reform!”

“Thomas Kerr”
“I despise the local electorate.”

Bottom slogan reads:
“SAME DODGY SHOP. SAME SH*TTY IDEAS.
NOW WITH MORE FLAG PINS.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Gaun yerself Stephen Flynn!

In like Flynn. #ScottishIndependence #ScotVote2026 #IndyRef2

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

The worst case for Scotland. #Politics #Nightmare #ScottishIndependence

The worst case for Scotland #Politics #Nightmare ##ScottishIndependence

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

If you cannot name a single thing Scotland does well, you are not being honest, you are repeating a script. #Scotland #ScottishIndependence

If you cannot name a single thing Scotland does well, you are not being honest, you are repeating a script. #Scotland #ScottishIndependence

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Why our campaign for Scottish independence did not end in 2014 and why it continues today. #ScottishIndependence #Vets4Indy #indyref2

Why our campaign for Scottish independence did not end in 2014 and why it continues today. #ScottishIndependence #Vets4Indy #indyref2

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

If you are serving outside Scotland, you can still vote in Scottish elections. This short guide shows you how to register correctly and make sure your vote counts.#ScotVote2026 #Scotland

If you are serving outside Scotland, you can still vote in Scottish elections. This short guide shows you how to register correctly and make sure your vote counts.#ScotVote2026 #Scotland

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

You’ve probably heard this already - that independence would put your military pension at risk. Let’s deal with that properly. #ScottishIndependence #Vets4Indy #indyref2

You’ve probably heard this already - that independence would put your military pension at risk. Let’s deal with that properly. #ScottishIndependence #Vets4Indy #indyref2

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

We have a lot of interesting content planned for TikTok, get on over there and give us a follow.

#ScottishIndependence #Scotland #Vets4Indy

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Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

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Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Nigel lets the truth slip out. #noreform #FascistsOut

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Lego William Wallace has another message. #ScottishIndependence #indyref2

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

19 March 1707. On this day, the English Parliament ratified the Treaty of Union, clearing the way for the creation of Great Britain. A turning point in British history, and for many Scots, a lasting s...

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Veterans back Independence #Vets4Indy #ScottishIndependence #indyref2

TikTok video by Vets4Indy

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Follow Veterans For Scottish Independence 2.0 across all platforms and stay connected with our latest updates. Join the conversation, share our message, and support Scotland’s future.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Margo!!

TikTok - Make Your Day

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Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Square image in a traditional painted style.
A young Highland man in tartan kilt and plaid sits on a rocky hillside, holding a sword upright with both hands resting on the hilt. He looks down and to the left with a solemn expression. He wears a red and green tartan, a dark jacket, cream stockings, and a Glengarry cap with a red pom pom.

In the background, a wide Highland landscape stretches into the distance with hills, water, and a cloudy sky. A Union Jack flag flies on a pole to the right side of the image.

Large white text across the sky reads:

“What are all the advantages which my country reaps from the union that can counterbalance the annihilation of her independence, and even her very name? Nothing can reconcile me to the terms.”

Below the quote, smaller white text reads:

– Robert Burns (1790)

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

www.tiktok.com/@soldierwhy/...

Tuition debt: who really paid for university?

TikTok video by Soldier_Why

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Backlash #NoReform #Independence

TikTok video by Soldier_Why

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

It's a montage!

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Russian oil money is not just funding war. It is shaping debate on UK campuses. New reporting links Orbán’s network to far right influence in British universities. This demands investigation and scrutiny. Transparency matters. goodlawproject.org/putins-megap...

Square news graphic with a dark red and black background featuring faded Hungarian and Russian flags. Large headline reads, Putin’s megaphone. Orbán’s far right push into UK universities. Subheading asks, Is dirty Russian oil funding far right radicalisation? Bullet points state that the Hungarian Prime Minister’s pro Kremlin influence is reaching UK universities, Russian oil funded think tanks are backing far right speakers on campuses, and culture war rhetoric from Orbán is emboldening parts of the UK far right. An oil barrel labelled Oil spills banknotes towards a stylised UK university building. Footer reads, Report: Good Law Project, dated 12/02/2026.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Definitely proving they are "Not fascists" by threatening to defund anyone who won't give them a platform.

Screenshot of a post on X.com by Zia Yusuf with a verified badge and the handle @ZiaYusufUK. The post reads:

“Bangor University have banned Reform and called us ‘racist, transphobic and homophobic’.

Bangor receives £30 million in state funding a year, much of which comes from Reform-voting taxpayers.

I am sure they won’t mind losing every penny of that state funding under a Reform government.

After all, they wouldn’t want a racist’s money would they?”

Below the text is an image with the words:

“REFORM UK ARE NOT WELCOME AT BANGOR”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Square graphic showing several national flags waving together, with the Scottish Saltire prominent in the foreground and other smaller country flags visible behind it. The background is softly blurred with warm light and motion, giving a sense of cooperation and international context. No people are visible. Overlaid text reads, “We worked with smaller countries that managed defence and foreign policy responsibly. Scale was not the issue. Organisation was. Scotland has the population and skills to do the same. Independence provides the authority to plan properly.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Blocking bigots hiding behind poppy profile photos has been constant this year. Remembrance means opposing fascism, not cosplaying respectability. If you forgot that, the problem is you.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Square graphic showing a dynamic composite image with power lines and electrical pylons on one side and a modern government building on the other, set against a dramatic sky. The Scottish Saltire is faintly overlaid across the scene, adding texture and movement. Sparks and light effects suggest energy and momentum. No people are visible. Overlaid text reads, “We support independence because it aligns responsibility with power. Scotland already manages many services. Full powers complete that structure. You get clearer outcomes. You get better control. That is a practical case for change.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Square cartoon style illustration showing a satirical political scene. Several exaggerated figures labelled as racists, fascists, and bigots are being kicked away from a ballot box and towards a police van marked “For Trial”. Diverse voters are shown actively rejecting them, with motion lines and impact stars to suggest urgency and action. A large speech bubble contains the quote.

“Not voting for racists, fascists and bigots today, means we won’t have to try them for their crimes in the future. Save misery, heartache, time and money by sending them packing now!”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Farage and Reform point the finger. They do not fix the problem. They offer blame, not answers. They offer slogans, not solutions. Housing stays broken. Wages stay low. Public services keep failing. If you want change, you need policies that work. Not someone to blame.

Square graphic showing a bleak urban scene. A group of people stand behind fencing and rubble. Large white text says that when wages stagnate and services collapse, blame shifts to immigrants, minorities, and people with less power. Yellow highlighted words stress that blame never fixed housing, never raised pay, and never improved schools or hospitals. At the bottom, bold text says blame feels satisfying, it does not work.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Wise words from one of Scotland's greatest philosophers.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Use your ballot to send the message that hate and bigotry has no place in Scotland.

Square graphic poster in a vintage wartime style. Blue and white Scottish saltires fill the background. Two WWII Spitfire planes fly across the top. A cheering crowd raises saltires in the foreground. Large bold text in the centre reads, “VE Day is 8th May. This year we can get rid of the fascists a day early. Use your vote on 7th May.” A solid banner at the bottom reads, “No to Reform.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Square graphic showing a quiet Scottish landscape at dusk, with rolling hills and a single small house lit warmly in the foreground. The Scottish Saltire is softly overlaid across the sky, semi transparent and textured. No people are visible. Overlaid text reads, “We stood in difficult places and thought about home. About safety. About fairness. Independence is about building that safety here. It is about choosing fairness for our communities. That choice feels overdue.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Square graphic showing an older Scottish veteran in modern civilian clothing, wearing a flat cap and jacket with service medals pinned to his chest. He stands beside a younger masked activist in dark clothing. Flames and smoke fill the background, creating a sense of urgency and confrontation. A Scottish Saltire and an anti fascist flag appear behind them. The image is dramatic and high contrast. The image includes the quote.

“Of course we are anti-fascist, who the fuck wouldn’t be?”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Tune into The Recce Report livestream on the second Monday of every month at 2000 hours with veterans @cp14a.bsky.social and @russdenny.bsky.social Next episode Monday 9 Feb or catch up at independencelive.net/reccereport Facilitated as always by the superstars from @independencelive.net

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Square graphic featuring a close up of a heavy metal chain snapping apart at the centre, with sparks and fragments flying outward against a dark background. The image is symbolic rather than literal, with no people shown. Overlaid text reads, “Veterans can honour past service while challenging the system they served within.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Children being fed or cheaper beer? Farage and Reform show what their priorities are. We suppose "Let them drink beer" is a little more 'man of the people' than "Let them eat cake". www.bigissue.com/news/politic...

Square news graphic set inside a pub. Nigel Farage is shown holding a pint of beer, mouth open as if speaking or shouting. Headline reads, Farage backs cheaper beer. Keeps two child benefit cap. A large pint glass with a tag reading Cheaper beer 5p off sits in the centre, placed on top of scattered coins and banknotes. To the right, a UK benefits card graphic shows a red stop symbol and downward arrows. Bullet points state that Farage supports cutting beer duty to lower pint prices, the policy keeps the two child benefit limit in place, critics say this would push more children into poverty, and welfare cuts would fund tax breaks. Source shown as Big Issue, dated 03/02/2026.

Parody illustration of Nigel Farage dressed as Marie Antoinette inside a lavish palace. He wears a blue and pink eighteenth century gown with lace, bows, pearls, and an oversized white wig decorated with feathers, flowers, and a small ship. His facial features are exaggerated and cartoonish. He smiles broadly while holding a pint of beer in one hand and a folding fan in the other. A blue Reform UK rosette is pinned to the right lapel. A speech bubble above his head reads, “Let them drink beer”. In the background, three impoverished, hungry children with worn clothing and solemn expressions stare through a window from outside.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Could Elon be in for some bother? Not sure being Trump's buddy will hold any sway with the French. www.reuters.com/world/europe...

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

A square three panel comic in a bright Beano style. Bold colours. Thick black outlines.

Panel one shows a classroom. A teacher points at a pull down map labelled Scotland. Three pupils sit at desks facing her. The teacher says, This is your country. You are responsible for it.

Panel two shows the same classroom. A second pull down chart covers the map. It is labelled Reserved Powers. It lists money, energy, welfare, borders, trade, defence, immigration. The teacher points at the list.

Panel three shows one pupil raising a hand. A banner above reads Strong Democracy. The pupil asks, What am I responsible for then. The teacher smiles and replies, Blame. Without the tools.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Square graphic showing a female British Army veteran viewed from behind, wearing camouflage uniform and a beret, standing on high ground and looking out over a wide landscape under a cloudy sky. The figure stands upright and reflective. Overlaid text reads, “Serving under the UK state does not require lifelong political loyalty to it.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Graphic showing a Royal Navy veteran, viewed from behind, standing on a ship’s deck or shoreline and facing the open sea at dusk. The veteran wears a traditional navy uniform and white sailor’s cap. The sky is calm and reflective. Overlaid text reads, “Our service was to the people, not to a permanent political arrangement.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Are you convinced?

Cartoon image of a smiling woman pointing at an empty wooden bookcase. Cobwebs cover the shelves, showing neglect. A speech bubble above her says, “This is where we keep the evidence of a positive case for the union.”

Reposted by Veterans For Scottish Independence

GreenPartyHan @greenpartyhan.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Im proud to be English and even prouder to be British. But these flags right now are not showing patriotism- they are a show to intimidate our communities and cause division. If youre actually patriotic... Come and help make this country better. The organisations below (continued....)

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Strong words from @kevinstewartsnp.bsky.social

Square social media graphic. A distressed older woman wearing a WASPI sash sits in the foreground with her head in her hand. Behind her are faded images of Boris Johnson and Keir Starmer against a muted UK flag background. Large bold text displays the quote: “The WASPI women did not expect the same dishonourable, despicable, and detestable behaviour from Labour as they did under the Tories, but that’s what they got. Labour lied!” Attribution below reads Kevin Stewart SNP. The overall tone is sombre and accusatory.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Graphic showing a British Royal Air Force veteran, viewed from behind, standing on open countryside with rolling hills under a cloudy sky. The veteran wears an RAF dress uniform and peaked cap. The figure stands upright and reflective. Overlaid text reads, “Military service does not bind you to any government for life. Your voice remains your own.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

The Trump regime is arresting journalists now? We've all seen this playbook before.

Square warning infographic about journalist arrests under authoritarian regimes.

Red and black poster style layout. Large headline reads Warning. Journalists Arrested Under Authoritarian Regimes.

Left side shows an illustration of a journalist wearing a press badge. Security officers detain him. The setting looks oppressive and militarized.

Right side lists key traits.
Power concentrated in one leader or party.
Independent media treated as a threat.
Reporters who expose corruption or dissent targeted.

Bottom section lists historical examples.
Nazi Germany 1933 to 1945.
Soviet Union 1922 to 1991.
Modern Russia post Soviet state.
USA 2026 to

Final line states that journalism can be a dangerous crime under authoritarian regimes.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Like bad pennies, we turn up everywhere!

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Graphic showing three British Armed Forces veterans standing side by side, viewed from behind. On the left is an army veteran wearing a British camouflage uniform and helmet. In the centre is a naval veteran in traditional sailor uniform and cap. On the right is an air force veteran in RAF dress uniform and peaked cap. Each faces an open landscape under a cloudy sky. Overlaid text reads, “Veterans bring lived experience of state decision making. We know what happens when accountability is weak.”

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

We’re often asked about the oath we took when joining the Army. We say it ended when we completed our contracts. That led us to consider the oath our independent Scottish troops would take. This fits. No gods. No kings. No queens. No politicians. An oath only to Scotland and its people.

Square parchment style image with an aged paper background.

The title at the top reads “Oath of Allegiance”.

A Scottish Saltire flag is shown at the upper left. The Royal Banner of Scotland is shown at the upper right. Between them is a painted Highland scene with a loch, mountains, and a stone castle.

Centered text displays the oath:

“I swear my loyalty to Scotland and to the people of Scotland.
I will serve with honour, discipline, and integrity.
I will defend the independence, laws, and democratic institutions of Scotland.
I will obey lawful orders and uphold the rights and freedoms of all.
I make this oath freely and sincerely.”

Thistle decorations appear around the text.

At the bottom left is a helmet and sword. At the bottom right is a red lion seal with Latin lettering.

The phrase “Alba gu Bràth” appears near the bottom center.

The image has a formal and ceremonial tone.

Veterans For Scottish Independence @soldierwhy.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Some veterans once lived by Values and Standards they were proud to teach and enforce. Integrity mattered. Respect mattered. Now we see silence, excuses, and behaviour that falls short of what we claimed to stand for. If this feels uncomfortable, it should. You knew the standard. You chose it once.

Square infographic titled British Army Core Values CDRILS. Union Jack background with British Army crest at the top. Six horizontal panels stacked vertically. Each panel shows a core value with an icon and short description. Courage with a soldier silhouette, acting for the right reason including physical and moral courage. Discipline with soldiers in formation, following orders and maintaining high personal standards to build trust. Respect for Others with two figures shaking hands, treating everyone with fairness dignity and kindness. Integrity with scales and a handshake, being honest trustworthy and accountable. Loyalty with soldiers and the Union flag, supporting the team the mission and the organisation. Selfless Commitment with a soldier helping another, putting the needs of the team and mission before personal interests. Military vehicles and troops appear along the bottom. Color coded sections improve clarity.