"This is one of the most prestigious awards for a Black Hat," said SGM Michael Green, the senior NCO for 1st Bn., 507th PIR. "The top Black Hat is the standard-bearer for all of the Airborne ...

Elaborate costumes included green and black Guinness beer top hats and clover-themed outfits. In Newcastle, revellers kickstarted the celebrations on a booze-heavy Saturday night out. One man was ...