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ORAL HISTORY OF A RETIRED ROYAL MARINE
ORAL HISTORY OF A RETIRED ROYAL MARINE British Marine (Known as JG) and NCO served with 40 Commando, Royal Marines in GB, Northern Ireland and Cyprus, 1972-1975; served aboard HMS Ashanti in GB coastal waters, 1976-1977; served with Air Sqdn, … Continue reading
Veterans say MoD failed them over pollution payout – UK CLAIMS DATE CLOSES 10th AUGUST 2024
UK CLAIMS DATE CLOSES 10th AUGUST 2024 GET IT IN EVEN THE DAY BEFORE British military veterans affected by a long-running toxic water scandal in the US, say they feel let down by a lack of support from the Ministry … Continue reading
Pen Farthing – Veteran RM writes book about Afghan rescue operation
Image source, Nozad Pen Farthing’s new book recounts his experience of evacuating his charity from Afghanistan in 2021 Shivani Chaudhari BBC News, Essex Published 8th July 2024 A former British Royal Marines commando said it was therapeutic to write a … Continue reading
Marines’ anti-knife crime drive comes to Leeds gym
The Bad Company gym, in Leeds, is one of the venues supporting the Royal Marines initiative to tackle gang violence and knife crime Heidi Tomlinson BBC Look North David Spereall BBC News Published 28 April 2024 A group of Leeds … Continue reading
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Marine trainers not ‘expected’ to yell at recruits
Pic; Family Handout “Connor Clark, pictured with his mother Tracy Clark, played rugby for The Crusaders at Little Melton” Royal Marine instructors are not “expected” to shout and swear at trainees, a senior officer has told an inquest into the … Continue reading
UK Navy Hero detained in Dubai for SEVEN MONTHS after being accused of spying
Dubai authorities took his passport, phone and method of accessing online banking after the accusations – leaving him trapped in the Gulf state without means of escape… A George Cross-winning former Royal Marine has been held in Dubai for seven … Continue reading
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Keir Hardie RM32571
A Blast from the Past, Do you remember Keir Hardie RM32571 Keir Hardie, 50 years to get a British Passport “mp3/audio” (opens in separate tab) Click Below to catchup past scenario (opens in separate tab)
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British commandos train with huskies in Arctic Circle
Huskies are known for their strength and endurance and the British troops wanted to see how the dogs could help them in their battlefield roles. British commandos have been in northern Norway learning how huskies can help supply troops operating … Continue reading
40 CDO ASSOCIATION RM – 16 TROOP REUNION – 1st NOV 2024
The majority of those on the named list below were drafted from training to 40cdo for an Op Banner tour in 1972. If you recognise any of the names and/or are in touch with them please ask them to email … Continue reading
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Royal Marines Strategy
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Discover the History of the Viola
Please Help The Viola Make her final Voyage The old trawler Viola lies half-forgotten in South Georgia, but there is much more to her than meets the eye. Built over 100 years ago, she has steamed thousands of miles and … Continue reading
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RM Museum Service of Remembrance: Sunday 11 November 2018
RM Museum Service of Remembrance Sunday 11 November 2018
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Royal Marines Historical Society 2018 Awards – Rod Spinks
Dear Rod, With great pleasure I am writing as the Chairman of the Royal Marines Historical Society to congratulate and inform you that our Council has unanimously voted to award you our RMHS Historical Award for 2018. The award is … Continue reading
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Official Armed Forces Day in Portsmouth – 30th June 2018
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard welcomes you to their Armed Forces Day celebration. The dockyard will be full of live music, military vehicles and an array of Armed Forces servicemen and women. Armed Forces Day is a chance to show your support for the men … Continue reading
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Stop the cuts to the Royal Marines and the Royal Navy’s amphibious assault ships – Petitions
Please sign as requested by General Julian Thompson RM As you can imagine Julian is up in arms about the suggested cuts, he is very involved with the movers and shakers and is doing what he can to bring them … Continue reading
CGRM, CRSM & Lt Col RM Tony Chibnall Rtd – visit Rod Spinks in G10 STORE – Languard Fort – 2017
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Former Royal Marine Rod Spinks was looking forward to a happy retirement
Former Royal Marine Rod Spinks was looking forward to a happy retirement following his years of service to his country… “Since the surgery I am in more pain than before” A mistake when inserting a medical implant led to years … Continue reading
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Friends of the RM Museum – Mountbatten Festival of Music 2017 – Friday 1st March 2017
A date for your new diaries for 2017. Join the Friends of the Royal Marines Museum for an unforgettable visit to the superb Mountbatten Festival of Music, featuring the Massed Bands of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines at the Royal Albert … Continue reading
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Photos from Darell`s Day 2016
Photos from Darell`s Day 2016 Album #1 Album #2 ******* Has the Corp Missed Something After 350 years ??? Captain Darell, Languard Fort and Darells Day is actually still not recognised in the Corp History After 350 Years Dont You … Continue reading
Pompey RMA 2nd July 2016
Spotted this Motley crew bushwhacking the locals at the top of the escalator in Sainsburys, Waterlooville, Havant Well done lads, Thanks for the sticker… Mac Ray (Pee Wee) Hunt… Alex (Snips) Parsons… Den (Chick) Read… (in the right order I … Continue reading
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Friends RMM Newsletter Summer 2016
Friends of The Royal Marines Museum Friends RMM Newsletter Summer 2016 Dinner Application Form 7 October 2016
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Former CSgt John Ladd Is Now In A Care Home – Can You Spare Some time For A Visit
Former C/Sgt (D1) John Ladd has been sent to Summerleaze Residential Care home at 78-81 Salterton Road, Exmouth and he would welcome anyone who knows him and is fit and able to visit him. He is a member of the … Continue reading
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Jeff Trail is Awarded The BEM
Jeff Trail, Exmouth Branch has been awarded a BEM in the Queen’s Birthday Honors List for his services to the Community. Over recent years he has organised the Town’s AFD , Beat Retreat etc At present he is a … Continue reading
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Explosive Weekend – 11th & 12th June 2016
Saturday, 11 June 2016 – 10:00am to Sunday, 12 June 2016 – 5:00pm At Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, Gosport Get your lab coats on and prepare for a weekend full of explosive fun and science! BANG! The science of movie SFX. … Continue reading
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Rod Spinks re-vamps his G10 Store for 2016
A well received and deserved email from; from Anthony Chibnall Lt Col RM To Rod Spinks… Subject: RE: G10 Well done Rod, you continue to be one phenomenal fundraiser and your extraordinary effort is very well recognized and hugely appreciated. … Continue reading
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The Dedication Of The 40Cdo Association Standard – 15th July 2016
As can be seen below, this is the outline for the Dedication of our Standard at Norton Manor Camp. Please ensure that you follow the instruction for those who wish to attend, please submit your names to the Vice Chairman … Continue reading
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HMS GLAMORGAN 1st COMMISSION 50th ANNIVERSARY
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Cenotaph 2016 Changes To The Application Process
Ladies and Gentlemen, Below is a letter from the RBL explaining that for this years Cenotaph there is a change to the Application process and timeline for submitting your applications. If you wish to take part in this years Cenotaph … Continue reading
The SeaMore Project including RM Museum Relocation – HLF Grant Success
Please follow the link below to read more on this story. https://royalmarinesassociation.org.uk/news/the-seamore-project-including-rm-museum-relocation-hlf-grant-success/
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The RMA Rugby Football Club Will Be Playing Caldy RFC (veterans) On Saturday 28th May 2016
The Royal Marines Association Rugby Football Team will be playing a Caldy RFC Veterans side on Saturday 28th May 2016. Kick off is set for 1430. The RMA RFC is always looking for more members, both able to play or … Continue reading
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Attention all Royals. A request from Highland Branch RMA
Inverness Armed Forces Day (AFD) is being held in conjunction with Inverness Highland Games on Sat 16th July 2016. As of yet we have no RM support. We have members of the local battalion (Blackwatch) taking part in the AFD … Continue reading
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RMA RFC vs Caldy RFC veterans – Saturday 28th May 2016
Caldy RFC are based on the Wirral, and have been fantastic supporters to the RMA for a number of years now. They are very keen to play against the RMA RFC on Saturday 28th May 2016 and it will be … Continue reading
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NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM, ALREWAS, STAFFORDSHIRE ROYAL MARINES ASSOCIATION MEMORIAL PARADE & SERVICE ON SUNDAY 19 JUNE 2016
Tickets are now available for this event on the RMA website so please make your way there to book. The programme for the day is: 10.00 am onwards: Members arrive; tea/coffee available in the restaurant and kiosk area; individuals to … Continue reading
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The Graspan Parade And Reception – Sunday 15th May 2016
Ladies and Gentlemen, Please find the outline timings and detail for the forthcoming Graspan Parade and Reception. Please note the following timings for the day so that you can make the required travel arrangements. 0930 – 1045 Coaches … Continue reading
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HMS Vanguard – A Short Documentary Of Her Final Days
Bill Paton has sent in this link that takes you to a short documentary about the final days of the RN’s Last Battleship. Its less than 10 mins long and is fascinating. I am sure it will take a few … Continue reading
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Request For Information From RM Historian
The Royal Marines Historian in the Naval Historical Branch is carrying out research into the operations of 116 Infantry Brigade RM which was born in Jan 1945 and served in Holland and Germany between February and August 1945. Information is … Continue reading
The Drill Instructors Reunion 2016
Calling all Royal Marines Drill Instructors, serving and retired. The Drill Instructors Branch Reunion will take place at CTCRM on Saturday 2nd July 2016. Any Drill Instructors that have not yet received an invite to this event are encouraged to contact Sgt … Continue reading
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Extra Services Now Available To Branch Secretaries And Members
please follow the link below for news and information on the latest services available through the RMA website. https://royalmarinesassociation.org.uk/news/extra-services-now-available-online
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Important News From The Department Of Works And Pensions
SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS/STATE BENEFITS Synopsis: A new armed forces National Insurance credit is available for spouses and civil partners who joined their partners on overseas postings. Claims can be made going back to 1975. Announcement: Friday, April 15, 2016 The … Continue reading
RMA Concert Band – Thursday 21st April 2016 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Thursday, 21 April 2016 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm The Royal Marines Museum is delighted to welcome back the Royal Marines Association Concert Band for their 2016 spring concert which will host a St George’s Day theme. The band comprising 50 former Royal Marines … Continue reading
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St George’s Day Concert at the Royal Marines Museum
Thursday, 21 April 2016 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm The Royal Marines Museum is delighted to welcome back the Royal Marines Association Concert Band for their 2016 spring concert which will host a St George’s Day theme. The band comprising 50 former Royal Marines … Continue reading
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The RMA Landing Craft Branch Reunion 8th – 12th September 2016
The Royal Marines Association Landing Craft Branch will once again hold their annual Reunion in Spain the weekend of the 8th / 12th of September 2016 @ The Torrejoven Hotel , Costa- Blanca , Alicante Province. This year the Committee has opened the Reunion … Continue reading
Two Tickets Available For The Battle Proms Burghley House 9th July 2016
The Blackpool Branch Ladies section are holding a St Georges Day dinner on Saturday 23rd April at the Savoy Hotel Blackpool to raise funds for the RMCTF and the local childrens hospice Brian House. One of the prizes which has … Continue reading
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The 70th Anniversary RMA Reunion 17th – 18th September 2016
Ladies and Gentlemen, I thank you for your patience whilst we get everything in place to be able to go live on the website for this years Reunion. We are working hard to ensure that your ticket buying process is … Continue reading
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