Jordan's Red Motorcade: What is it?
With every national occasion, the "Red Motorcade" graces Jordan with a spectacular display reflecting the country's deep heritage and traditions. It is a royal custom that dates back to the founding of the Hashemite Kingdom.
The Red Motorcade tours the streets of Jordan during official celebrations, presenting a unique image of the nation with the military's majestic uniforms, horses wearing red scarves, open-top red military vehicles, and motorcycles.
This year, the Red Motorcade is participating once again in the celebrations marking the Kingdom's 79th Independence Day, accompanying His Majesty King Abdullah II during the festivities.
The motorcade consists of twenty classic open-top Land Rover SUVs from the Hashemite Royal Court, accompanied by ten red motorcycles. This formation is meticulously organized and present at national events in a harmonious manner.
The choice of red for the motorcade is inspired by the Hashemite banner, which features a maroon-red color, and includes the yellow Royal Guard flag with its emblem of a lion's face and two swords. The Red Motorcade team wears military uniforms adorned with red keffiyehs and the traditional black agal bearing the emblem of the Arab Army, along with red sashes across their chests.
The Red Motorcade has a rich historical record, deployed by order of King Abdullah II on significant occasions such as national holidays, official ceremonies like Independence Day, visits to the Martyrs' Monument, Army Day and the Great Arab Revolt celebrations. It also accompanies His Majesty when heading to the National Assembly to deliver the Throne Speech, during royal weddings, official visits by kings and heads of state, and state funerals.
The motorcade includes 20 SUVs—14 primary vehicles and 6 reserves—along with 10 motorcycles, surrounding the King's car during national events, state visits, and other special occasions.
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