Royal Marines
| Royal Marines | |
|---|---|
| File:Royal Marines badge.svg Cap badge of the Royal Marines | |
| Active | 28 October 1664 – present |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Royal Navy |
| Type | Marines |
| Role | Amphibious warfare, expeditionary warfare, special operations |
| Size | 7,760 personnel |
| Headquarters | Commando Training Centre Royal Marines, Lympstone, Devon |
| Nickname(s) | "Royals", "Bootnecks" |
| Motto(s) | Per Mare, Per Terram (By Sea, By Land) |
| Colors | Blue, Red, Green |
| March | A Life on the Ocean Wave |
| Mascot(s) | Chatham (goat) |
| Commanders | |
| Captain General | King Charles III |
| Commandant General | Major General Matthew Holmes |
| Insignia | |
| Cap badge | 100px |
The Royal Marines (RM) are the United Kingdom's amphibious light infantry force and one of the five fighting arms of the Royal Navy. They are a highly specialized and adaptable light infantry force, capable of deploying at short notice in support of the United Kingdom Government's military and diplomatic objectives. The Royal Marines are an integral part of the Naval Service along with the Royal Navy.
History[edit | edit source]
The Royal Marines were formed in 1664 as the Duke of York and Albany's Maritime Regiment of Foot. They have served in various conflicts, including the Napoleonic Wars, the Crimean War, both World Wars, the Falklands War, and more recently in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Role and Capabilities[edit | edit source]
The primary role of the Royal Marines is to provide a highly mobile and flexible force capable of rapid deployment. They are trained to operate in a variety of environments, including Arctic, mountain, desert, and jungle terrains. The Royal Marines are also trained in amphibious operations, expeditionary warfare, and special operations.
Organization[edit | edit source]
The Royal Marines are organized into several units, including:
- 3 Commando Brigade
- 40 Commando
- 42 Commando
- 45 Commando
- Commando Logistic Regiment
- Fleet Protection Group Royal Marines
Training[edit | edit source]
All Royal Marines undergo rigorous training at the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines (CTCRM) in Lympstone, Devon. The training is known for its intensity and includes physical conditioning, weapons training, and survival skills. Successful completion of the training earns the recruit the coveted green beret.
Uniform and Insignia[edit | edit source]
The Royal Marines wear a distinctive uniform that includes the green beret, which signifies their commando status. The cap badge features a globe surrounded by laurels, with the motto Per Mare, Per Terram (By Sea, By Land).
Notable Operations[edit | edit source]
The Royal Marines have been involved in numerous notable operations, including:
- Operation Overlord (D-Day landings)
- Operation Corporate (Falklands War)
- Operation Telic (Iraq War)
- Operation Herrick (War in Afghanistan)
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