Monthly Archives: July 2014

R U SMARTORSTOOPID ?

Posted on 25 July 2014 by admin

R U SMARTORSTOOPID ? When it says you only have 8 seconds to answer the question, they aren’t kidding! Re-taking the test mixes up the questions so you can’t gain anything there. This is VERY FAST, so be prepared You … Continue reading →

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Flying Marines

Posted on 23 July 2014 by admin

  This site is designed and updated by Jim Dresner (Major RM Rtd) who has done a great job in compiling the info/pics and putting it all together… Hope you can make further contributions to the “Flying Marines” contact Jim … Continue reading →

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Royal Marines Museum July to December 2014

Posted on 22 July 2014 by admin

 

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The Trafalgar Cup; Royal Marines RL 31:14 Parachute Regiment RL

Posted on 22 July 2014 by admin

Royal Marines RL 31:14 Parachute Regiment RL “Click here for the Pic“  RM Squad: Mel Gilmour, Kitione Kamikamika, Tom Loxam, Seti Raumakita, Adam Taylor, Richard Cadywould, Tom Marchant, Carl Gilson (C), Mark John Sharp, Kai Downey-Stevenson, Joe  Long,  Dave Fairbrother, … Continue reading →

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First Great Western train named in honour of Royal Marines in Plymouth

Posted on 22 July 2014 by admin

A HIGH Speed train was officially named in honour of the 350th anniversary of the Royal Marines. First Great Western hosted a ceremony at Plymouth railway station on Saturday where the train was named ‘Royal Marines – Celebrating 350 Years’. … Continue reading →

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Bill Houston has Crossed the Bar in New Zealand

Posted on 17 July 2014 by admin

Hello Everyone, I am sorry to let you know dad passed away this morning at 7.10 am. Over the past two weeks he had been hospitalized with a severe kidney infection that proved to be anti-biotic resistant. the infection plus … Continue reading →

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Rodders & Searle get Their Recognition (inc Chairman`s Report)

Posted on 14 July 2014 by admin

Well done Oppo… Well done again lads… Always make the Corp Proud….. Chairman’s Report Landguard Fort centre piece of our Darell’s Day Celebrations. 6th July 2014 These are not tear drops on the paper, just the remainder of the many … Continue reading →

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10 things no one tells you before you join the Royal Marines

Posted on 13 July 2014 by admin

10 things no one tells you before you join the Royal Marines From Jackspeak and silly rig to Spoof and skiing accidents – former Royal Marine Commando Mark Time explains what life in the Corps is really like… Royal Marine … Continue reading →

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Former RSM Jack Lacy RM has Crossed the Bar

Posted on 13 July 2014 by admin

THE FUNERAL OF FORMER RSM JACK LACY RM Jack served from 1939 until 1961, he was RSM at Deal and Poole in the late 50s. He was 94 when he crossed the bar and I hope that anyone in the … Continue reading →

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New Rules For Road Tax From 1st October 2014 (UK)

Posted on 12 July 2014 by admin

New Rules For Road Tax From 1st October 2014 NO ROAD TAX DISCS TO BE ISSUED FROM THIS DATE ONWARDS Pay Road Tax By Direct Debit and it Will Incur a 5% Surcharge   The Government has confirmed that the … Continue reading →

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An Evening With Sylvester Stallone – proceeds to the RMCTF

Posted on 10 July 2014 by admin

 Manchester Arena 1st August 2014 Ticket Information… “Click Here“ To take advantage of an exclusive 15% off use the code RMCTF when booking   Ticket Information… “Click Here“ To take advantage of an exclusive 15% off use the code RMCTF … Continue reading →

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Dutchies son Jim has Crossed The Bar…

Posted on 9 July 2014 by admin

A Very Sad Day For A Corps Institution  My name is Nev Weston I am a former Royal Marine. As most People who pass through the Commando Training Centre are aware that there is an establishment called “Dutchie’s” a place … Continue reading →

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Lieutenant Ian C Findley RM who sadly crossed the bar on 18th June 2014

Posted on 7 July 2014 by admin

The funeral of  Lieutenant Ian C Findley RM who sadly passed peacefully away on 18th June 2014, will take place in St. John?s Church Margate on Thursday 10th July at 1.30pm. The Service will be conducted by Revd Howard Pashley, assisted by Revd John King. … Continue reading →

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Death of Louis Pengelly-Phillips – who crossed the bar 24 June 2014, aged 89 years

Posted on 5 July 2014 by admin

Louis joined the Corps at age 18 in 1943. In summary, he has died with an elderly brother who lives in Australia and who is not well enough to attend the funeral and a niece in this country who has … Continue reading →

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