Lance-Corporal Jones facts for kids

Tom Courtenay in the role of Corporal Jones in the 2015 remake of Dad's Army.

Lance Corporal Jack Jones is a much-loved character from the British TV show Dad's Army. He is a member of the Home Guard platoon, which was a group of local volunteers who helped defend Britain during World War II. Jones is also a veteran, meaning he fought in earlier wars, and he works as a butcher.

The character of Lance Corporal Jones was played by Clive Dunn in the original BBC television sitcom Dad's Army. Later, Tom Courtenay took on the role in the 2015 Dad's Army movie. Jones is famous for his funny sayings, like "Don't panic!", "Permission to speak, sir?", and "They don't like it up 'em!". He often says "You saved my life!" to Captain Mainwaring.

Who is Lance Corporal Jones?

Lance Corporal Jones is one of the oldest members of the Walmington-on-Sea Home Guard platoon. He is always ready for action, even if he sometimes gets a bit confused. His main job in the town is running a butcher shop, which means he knows a lot about meat!

Jones is very loyal to his fellow soldiers and always tries his best. He might be old, but he's full of energy and enthusiasm. He often shares stories from his past adventures, which can be quite long and rambling!

Jones's Famous Catchphrases

Lance Corporal Jones is well-known for his memorable sayings that make audiences laugh.

• "Don't panic!" He often shouts this when things get chaotic, which usually makes everyone panic even more!
• "Permission to speak, sir?" He always asks this politely before sharing his thoughts, even if he's already talking.
• "They don't like it up 'em!" This is his advice for fighting the enemy, meaning to attack them directly.
• "You saved my life!" He frequently says this to Captain Mainwaring, especially after a close call.

His Past Adventures

Before joining the Home Guard, Jones had a long and exciting career in the British Army. He fought in several wars, including the Mahdist War in Sudan and World War I. These experiences make him feel like a true expert, even if his advice isn't always the most helpful! His stories about his time in the army are a big part of his character.