Monthly Archives: April 2016

The Passing And Funeral Of Former RM Michael Metcalfe

Posted on 28 April 2016 by admin

The death has occurred (15/04/16)of Ex Mne Michael Metcalfe (RM 24735), Michael was an  LC3 and served for some time aboard HMS Fearless (Jul 68 – Jun70) His Cremation Service will take place at Preston Crematorium, the Crematorium is located … Continue reading →

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The Funeral Of Former RM William Sunnocks

Posted on 28 April 2016 by admin

The funeral of the late Mr William Sunnocks will take place at the Garden of England Crematorium, Bobbing, Sittingbourne ME9 8GZ on Monday 9th May commencing at 1100hrs Mr Sunnocks aged 96 lived in Minster, Sheppey.  He joined the Royal … Continue reading →

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The Drill Instructors Reunion 2016

Posted on 28 April 2016 by admin

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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The Elms Memorial Match – 7th May 2016

Posted on 28 April 2016 by admin

The Elms memorial match, remembers 3 local marines killed in Afghanistan and Lt.Cdr. Molyneux, RN, shot by one of his own submarine crew. This will be the fifth fixture, and we hope this year we’ll be able to push the … Continue reading →

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Extra Services Now Available To Branch Secretaries And Members

Posted on 28 April 2016 by admin

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 28 April 2016 by admin

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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Goodbye to my England, So long my old friend

Posted on 27 April 2016 by admin

Goodbye to my England, So long my old friend       Your days are numbered, being brought to an end       To be Scottish, Irish or Welsh that’s fine       But don’t say you’re English, that’s way out of line.       … Continue reading →

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Volunteers Required For Research Programme

Posted on 27 April 2016 by admin

Maxine Ashby at the Naval Recovery Centre gave me your details, as I am looking for participants for a research project I am running at the H4H Recovery Centers (including Plymouth) over the next few months. This has been approved … Continue reading →

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National Defence Medal – Westminster Debate 12th April 2016

Posted on 27 April 2016 by admin

Dear Friends, For those who haven’t yet seen this yet , below is a link to the debate held in Westminster on the 12th April 2016 on the NDM.  Kirsten Oswald MP put a very strong case forward on our … Continue reading →

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The RMA Charity Clay Shoot 2016

Posted on 22 April 2016 by admin
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Purple Warriors Are Launched

Posted on 15 April 2016 by admin

I am a retired Lt Col (ex Cdo gunner) and a GB paddler.  A group of my paddling friends, some ex military, some just plain civilian supporters, totally inspired by our veterans, have got together to launch a new sports … Continue reading →

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RMA Concert Band – Thursday 21st April 2016 – 7:30pm to 9:30pm

Posted on 12 April 2016 by admin

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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House of Memories, Dementia Day… 25th – 26th April 2016

Posted on 12 April 2016 by admin
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Warning Order For RMA Charity Clay Shoot September 2016

Posted on 12 April 2016 by admin
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Donald Trump recites “The Snake”

Posted on 12 April 2016 by admin
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Current Position of the ISS

Posted on 8 April 2016 by admin

Current Position of the ISS

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Help find this Cuddly Dog, who will find it first the ISS or someone on the ground

Posted on 8 April 2016 by admin

Pupils at Morecambe Bay Primary School are appealing for the public to look out for a soft toy dog who has gone missing after being launched into space earlier this week… What a great school that must be…

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WORLD BACK UP DAY 31st MARCH 2016

Posted on 4 April 2016 by admin

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