Penguin at Edinburgh Zoo promoted by Norwegian soldiers

The world famous, Sir Nils Olav the third, was joined by more than 160 soldiers

Now to a special king penguin at Edinburgh Zoo who’s been promoted from Brigadier to Major General by his Majesty the King’s Guard band and Drill Team of Norway.

Sounds very grand, doesn’t it?

The guardsmen, who are currently performing at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, paid a visit to Sir Nils Olav to bestow the unique honour upon him.

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