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Royal Marines Strategy

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Teflon

HARD OF HEARING, JUST CLICK AND PLAY Royal Marines Strategy Update_1 © 2022 Eleven Labs. All rights reserved

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Discover the History of the Viola

Posted on January 30, 2019 by Teflon

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

Posted on November 1, 2018 by Teflon

RM Museum Service of Remembrance Sunday 11 November 2018

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Royal Marines Historical Society 2018 Awards – Rod Spinks

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 24, 2018 by Teflon

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

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Teflon

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 →

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CGRM, CRSM & Lt Col RM Tony Chibnall Rtd – visit Rod Spinks in G10 STORE – Languard Fort – 2017

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Teflon
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Former Royal Marine Rod Spinks was looking forward to a happy retirement

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Teflon

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

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Teflon

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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Service of Remembrance, Sunday 13 November 2016

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Teflon
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Friends of the RM Museum Winter Reception

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Teflon
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Photos from Darell`s Day 2016

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Teflon

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 →

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Pompey RMA 2nd July 2016

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Teflon

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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Michael James Francis DSM

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Teflon

A service of Thanksgiving for Michael James Francis DSM

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The Dedication Of The 40Cdo Association Standard – 15th July 2016

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Teflon
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Cenotaph 2016 Changes To The Application Process

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Teflon

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 →

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The SeaMore Project including RM Museum Relocation – HLF Grant Success

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Teflon

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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Death Of Retired Royal Marines Officer, Captain M J Bleeck RM

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Teflon

It is with regret that we have to inform you of the death of the following retired Royal Marines Officer Captain M J Bleeck RM DOB    28 May 1927 DOE    1 Sep 1945 DOR    11 Jan 1957 DOD    Feb 2015 … Continue reading →

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HMS Vanguard – A Short Documentary Of Her Final Days

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Teflon

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 →

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The Drill Instructors Reunion 2016

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Teflon

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 →

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The RMA Charity Clay Shoot 2016

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Teflon
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RMA Concert Band – Thursday 21st April 2016 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Teflon

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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Warning Order For RMA Charity Clay Shoot September 2016

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Teflon
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St George’s Day Concert at the Royal Marines Museum

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Teflon

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 →

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Two Tickets Available For The Battle Proms Burghley House 9th July 2016

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Teflon

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

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Teflon

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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The RMA Annual Graspan Parade And Service – Sunday 15th May 2016

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Teflon

The Royal Marines Annual Parade, service and reception will take place on Sunday 15th May 2016. This is your opportunity to march behind the finest military band in the world down the Mall, one of the most famous landmarks in … Continue reading →

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Zeebrugge Parade And Service details – 24th April 2016

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Teflon

Date 24 April, Muster at 10 00 at Seacombe Ferry CH44 6QY Immediate embarkation onto ferry, sail into River Mersey, Wreaths placed over side return to Terminal, Fall in, wreaths onto Memorial Stone, Inspection of Guard etc, March Past & … Continue reading →

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Volunteers Required For Commando Challenge 2016

Posted on March 9, 2016 by Teflon

The Royal Marines Commando Challenge has been going for many years, however 2016 sees a new chapter for the event. The event is now owned by and raising funds for Devon Air Ambulance Trust and The Royal Marines Charity, it … Continue reading →

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Can You Help STAN BOWERS ???

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Teflon

I was a member of 857 Squad, we joined the Corps at Deal on the 18th October 1966, so this year will be our 50th year of being members of the family, I am looking into having a reunion, so … Continue reading →

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Help – Havant Council (trying to locate family)

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Teflon

Havant Borough Council have been unable to contact the family of Marine Grahame Dennis Cox – are you a family member, can you help us to find them? If so please e-mail contact details to richie”at”rma.org.uk

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The RMA Dance Band And A Great Weekend Break

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Teflon

Double M Events are proud to present the Royal Marines Association Dance Band at South Downs Holiday Village, Bracklesham Bay, Chichester, West Sussex. Between May 13 – 16 2016. The weekend will feature this amazing Military band playing for your … Continue reading →

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Battle Of Jutland Commemorations – Service Of Remembrance At Plymouth Hoe Tuesday 31st May 2016 (Warning Order)

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Teflon

There is a planned service of Remembrance to commemorate the battle of Jutland at Plymouth Hoe between 11.00 and 12.00 on Tuesday 31st May 2016. Further details will be available in due course.

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The Wolverhampton and Cambridge Branches Need Your Help

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Teflon

“Blackcountry Bootnecks” We come from a place which has no defined boundary and an accent and dialect older than any other, bred for the foundry and known for making the chain and anchor for the Titanic.  We are the farthest … Continue reading →

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Ball At 40Cdo In Aid Of The Royal Marines Charity

Posted on March 1, 2016 by Teflon

Ball in aid of The Royal Marines Charity on Saturday 9th April at 40 Commando in the Sgts Mess… 1900hrs until late. £25 ticket inc Band Disco Buffet reception wine and wine on the table. All welcome. If anyone would … Continue reading →

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