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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
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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Friends of the RMM’s Musical Reception – Farewell to Eastney – 29 November 2018
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NMRN News: Special Ceremony Commemorates Unsung Heroes from the First World War
The Lamplight of Peace arrives at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard On August 5 1914 the first shot at sea of the First World War was fired and exactly 104 years later a Lamplight of Peace commemorating the work of the … Continue reading
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Remembering the First World War
Join us this autumn to commemorate the centenary of the end of the First World War We are delighted to announce this short programme of events, tours and talks to mark the centenary of the end of the First World … Continue reading
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Friends of the RM Museum Summer Newsletter 2018 & 2 Important Dates
Click on link(s) below, then click on attachment link on the opening page, pdf file will open in separate window… Friends of the RMM Newsletter Summer 2018 Friends of RMM Musical Reception Nov 2018 Dinner Application Form 2018 … Continue reading
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The Iconic Trafalgar Sail at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
From 21 July to 2 September 2018 – 10am to 4pm Location: The National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth It has lain unseen for the last 6 years but now HMS Victory’s Trafalgar Sail, the only surviving fore-topsail from … Continue reading
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‘Wicked Wasp’ At Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
From 21 July to 2 September 2018 – 9am to 4pm Location: HMS Victory, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Sit inside an original Westland Wasp helicopter as you pilot your way to fun. Experience what it was like to man an aerial … 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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Exclusive lunch and tour Friday 13th July 2018
Join us on the Queen Mary 2 Exclusive lunch and tour Friday 13 July 2018 Special discount for Friends of the RM Museum We would like to invite Friends of the Royal Marines Museum to an exclusive lunch and tour … Continue reading
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‘Farewell to Eastney’ Events – Friends of the RM Museum
Dear All Following some questions from members, I thought I would send out the following information: The events below will take place to mark our ‘Farewell to Eastney’: Friday 5 October – Annual Dinner in the Mountbatten Room Thursday … Continue reading
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SNR (S) 2018 Visits & Annual Lunch
SNR (South) 2018 VISITS & ANNUAL LUNCH click here to print application form THURSDAY 17TH MAY 10.15 am Visit ‘A’ A visit to the re-opened D-Day Museum in Southsea. The Museum has been completely re-furbished and the … Continue reading
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HMS Victory Gun Deck Dinner Thursday 6th September 2018
We are once again delighted to host this incredibly rare opportunity to experience a sumptuous dinner with fine wine in the intimate setting of HMS Victory’s Lower Gun Deck. The dinner will be held on Thursday 6th September, in aid … Continue reading
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Royal Marines Association Band Concert at the Royal Marines Museum, Eastney
Royal Marines Association Band Concert At the Royal Marines Museum, Eastney Thursday, 20 September 2018 – 7:30pm to 10:00pm Doors open at 6.30pm. The event starts at 7.30pm. The Royal Marines Museum is delighted to welcome back the Royal Marines Association Band … Continue reading
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Naval Art Coffee Morning: From Trafalgar to Jutland
Naval Art Coffee Morning: Trafalgar to Jutland! at the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Monday 16th April – 10.30am – 12noon Victory Gallery Learning Centre, National Museum of the Royal Navy Join us to celebrate World … 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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Sunday, 29 October 2017 – 5:00pm to 11:00pm Fireworks Display at Explosion!
Museum of Naval Firepower As experts on firepower and explosives, this year’s Fireworks at The National Museum of the Royal Navy’s Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower looks set to be even bigger and better than before. The sky above Explosion … Continue reading
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Naval Tea Club at The National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Monday, 20 November 2017 – 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Discover the world of the Elizabethan explorers including Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh as you enjoy tea and biscuits. The workshop will include a behind the scenes opportunity to view the Ark Royal – Armada Bell. No knowledge … Continue reading
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The Jutland Legacy Conference – 31st May to 2nd June 2017
10:00 – 17:00 In 1916, the Battle of Jutland was fought over 36 hours from 31st May to 1st June. Both sides claimed victory in what was considered the defining naval battle of the First World War. Yet even today, … Continue reading
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Ask the Archives at the Royal Marines Museum – Wednesday, 8 March 2017
Ask the Archives at the Royal Marines Museum Wednesday, 8 March 2017 – 11:00am to 3:00pm Have some questions? Want to find out more? The NMRN Archives will be open to all, with collections officers ready to answer your questions Drop in at any … Continue reading
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A History of Steam – At Boathouse 4, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
A History of Steam Pinnace 199 Saturday, 22 April 2017 – 11:00am to 12:00pm At Boathouse 4, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Martin Marks OBE presents a talk giving a general background on the development of steam pinnaces and picket boats. Martin will focus on … Continue reading
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National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth
Hands on History at the National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Friday, 17 March 2017 – 10:00am to 4:00pm NMRN has teamed up with The National Archives for a special event to accompany the latest exhibition ‘Pioneers to Professionals: Women and the … 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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Friends of the RM Museum Annual Dinner – 7 October 2016
Dear Members Just a gentle reminder if you haven’t yet sent your application form in with your menu choices. The deadline is 20 September. If anyone needs recommendations for accommodation in the Southsea area, just let me know and I … Continue reading
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Museum @ the Beach; 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, 30 August
Where: Splashpools on Southsea Seafront When: 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, 30 August Every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday of the Summer Holidays – 10.30am to 4pm Activities include: · Mini Marines Assault Couse · Jutland Jack Edible … Continue reading
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Summer Family Activities at the RM Museum; 1 August to 4 September, every day 10am to 5pm
1 August to 4 September, every day 10am to 5pm Drop in to the Museum’s Beverly Gallery, any time to have a go at solving our cryptic Royal Marines quizzes and crosswords and Commando activity sheets and trails Hands on History! … Continue reading
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A Last Night of the Proms Celebration at the RM Museum: 27 October 2016
A Last Night Of The Proms Celebration – 27 October 2016 at the RM Museum Featuring the amazing voice & star of the West End – Amanda Goldthorpe-Hall. The Royal Marines Association Band returns to the Royal Marines Museum for … 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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RN Submarine Museum 21st September 2016
VISIT the ROYAL NAVY MUSEUM RNSM 21 Sept 2016
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Mary Rose 8th November 2016
VISIT the MARY ROSE Mary Rose 8 November 2016
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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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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