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[[file:RoyalMarineBadge.svg|thumb|RoyalMarineBadge]] [[file:Flag_of_the_Royal_Marines.svg|thumb|Flag of the Royal Marines|left]] [[file:Royal_Marines_Commando.svg|thumb|Royal Marines Commando]] [[file:Major_General_John_Tupper.JPG|thumb|Major General John Tupper|left]] [[file:Private_of_Marines.jpg|thumb|Private of Marines]] [[file:British_Marines_in_Chania,_1897.jpg|thumb|British Marines in Chania, 1897]] {{short description|Amphibious light infantry and one of the five fighting arms of the Royal Navy}}
The '''Royal Marines''' are the United Kingdom's [[amphibious infantry]] force and form part of the [[Naval Service]] along with the [[Royal Navy]]. They were formed in 1664 and have a long history of service in various conflicts around the world.
{{Infobox military unit
| unit_name = Royal Marines
| image = Royal Marines badge.svg
| caption = Cap badge of the Royal Marines
| dates = 28 October 1664 – present
| country = United Kingdom
| branch = [[Royal Navy]]
| type = [[Marines]]
| role = Amphibious warfare, expeditionary warfare, special operations
| size = 7,760 personnel
| garrison = [[Commando Training Centre Royal Marines]], [[Lympstone]], [[Devon]]
| garrison_label = Headquarters
| nickname = "Royals", "Bootnecks"
| motto = ''Per Mare, Per Terram'' (By Sea, By Land)
| colors = Blue, Red, Green
| march = ''A Life on the Ocean Wave''
| mascot = [[Chatham (goat)|Chatham]] (goat)
| commander1 = [[King Charles III]]
| commander1_label = Captain General
| commander2 = Major General Matthew Holmes
| commander2_label = Commandant General
| identification_symbol = [[File:Royal Marines badge.svg|100px]]
| identification_symbol_label = Cap badge
}}


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 ==
The Royal Marines were formed on 28 October 1664 as the "Duke of York and Albany's Maritime Regiment of Foot". They have served in numerous conflicts, including the [[Napoleonic Wars]], the [[Crimean War]], both [[World War I]] and [[World War II]], the [[Falklands War]], and more recent conflicts such as the [[Iraq War]] and the [[War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)|War in Afghanistan]].


==History==
== Role and Capabilities ==
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 War I|World Wars]], the [[Falklands War]], and more recently in [[Iraq War|Iraq]] and [[War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)|Afghanistan]].
The Royal Marines are a highly versatile force capable of deploying at short notice in support of the United Kingdom's military and diplomatic objectives. They specialize in [[amphibious warfare]], [[expeditionary warfare]], and [[littoral warfare]]. The Royal Marines are trained to operate in all environments and climates, including [[arctic warfare]], [[mountain warfare]], [[jungle warfare]], and [[desert warfare]].


==Role and Capabilities==
== Organization ==
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 warfare|Arctic]], [[Mountain warfare|mountain]], [[Desert warfare|desert]], and [[Jungle warfare|jungle]] terrains. The Royal Marines are also trained in [[Amphibious warfare|amphibious operations]], [[Expeditionary warfare|expeditionary warfare]], and [[Special operations|special operations]].
The Royal Marines are organized into several units, including the [[3 Commando Brigade]], which is the main combat formation. The brigade includes three [[Commando]] units: [[40 Commando]], [[42 Commando]], and [[45 Commando]]. Each unit is capable of deploying independently or as part of a larger force.


==Organization==
== Training ==
The Royal Marines are organized into several units, including:
Royal Marines undergo one of the longest and most demanding infantry training regimes in the world. The training takes place at the [[Commando Training Centre Royal Marines]] (CTCRM) in [[Lympstone]], [[Devon]]. The training includes physical fitness, weapons handling, survival skills, and amphibious operations.
* [[3 Commando Brigade]]
* [[40 Commando]]
* [[42 Commando]]
* [[45 Commando]]
* [[Commando Logistic Regiment]]
* [[Fleet Protection Group Royal Marines]]


==Training==
== Equipment ==
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.
The Royal Marines are equipped with a range of weapons and vehicles suitable for their role. This includes the [[SA80]] rifle, [[L115A3]] sniper rifle, and various support weapons. They also use [[landing craft]], [[helicopters]], and other vehicles to conduct operations.


==Uniform and Insignia==
== Notable Operations ==
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).
The Royal Marines have been involved in many notable operations, including the [[D-Day landings]] during World War II, the [[Suez Crisis]], and the [[Falklands War]]. More recently, they have been deployed in [[Iraq]] and [[Afghanistan]].


==Notable Operations==
== See also ==
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)
 
==Related Pages==
* [[Royal Navy]]
* [[Royal Navy]]
* [[British Army]]
* [[Royal Air Force]]
* [[Special Boat Service]]
* [[British Armed Forces]]
* [[British Armed Forces]]
* [[Amphibious warfare]]
* [[Commando]]
* [[Commando]]
 
== External links ==
==See Also==
* [https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/our-organisation/the-fighting-arms/royal-marines Official Royal Marines website]
* [[List of Royal Marines units]]
{{Royal Navy}}
* [[History of the Royal Marines]]
{{nt}}
* [[Royal Marines Museum]]
[[Category:Royal Marines| ]]
* [[Royal Marines Reserve]]
 
==Categories==
[[Category:Royal Marines]]
[[Category:Royal Navy]]
[[Category:Military units and formations of the United Kingdom]]
[[Category:Military units and formations established in 1664]]
[[Category:Military units and formations established in 1664]]
[[Category:1664 establishments in England]]
[[Category:Amphibious units and formations]]
 
[[Category:British Armed Forces]]
{{Naval Service of the United Kingdom}}
== Royal Marines gallery ==
{{medicine-stub}}
<gallery>
File:RoyalMarineBadge.svg|Royal Marine Badge
File:Flag of the Royal Marines.svg|Flag of the Royal Marines
File:Royal Marines Commando.svg|Royal Marines Commando
File:Major General John Tupper.JPG|Major General John Tupper
File:Private of Marines.jpg|Private of Marines
File:British Marines in Chania, 1897.jpg|British Marines in Chania, 1897
File:Commandos archery.jpg|Commandos archery
File:House to house fighting at Riva Bella near Ouistreham.jpg|House to house fighting at Riva Bella near Ouistreham
File:Royal Marine Commandos attached to 3rd Division move inland from Sword Beach on the Normandy coast, 6 June 1944. B5071.jpg|Royal Marine Commandos attached to 3rd Division move inland from Sword Beach on the Normandy coast, 6 June 1944
File:Royal Marines on Rigid Raider.jpg|Royal Marines on Rigid Raider
</gallery>

Latest revision as of 05:27, 3 March 2025

The Royal Marines are the United Kingdom's amphibious infantry force and form part of the Naval Service along with the Royal Navy. They were formed in 1664 and have a long history of service in various conflicts around the world.

History[edit]

The Royal Marines were formed on 28 October 1664 as the "Duke of York and Albany's Maritime Regiment of Foot". They have served in numerous conflicts, including the Napoleonic Wars, the Crimean War, both World War I and World War II, the Falklands War, and more recent conflicts such as the Iraq War and the War in Afghanistan.

Role and Capabilities[edit]

The Royal Marines are a highly versatile force capable of deploying at short notice in support of the United Kingdom's military and diplomatic objectives. They specialize in amphibious warfare, expeditionary warfare, and littoral warfare. The Royal Marines are trained to operate in all environments and climates, including arctic warfare, mountain warfare, jungle warfare, and desert warfare.

Organization[edit]

The Royal Marines are organized into several units, including the 3 Commando Brigade, which is the main combat formation. The brigade includes three Commando units: 40 Commando, 42 Commando, and 45 Commando. Each unit is capable of deploying independently or as part of a larger force.

Training[edit]

Royal Marines undergo one of the longest and most demanding infantry training regimes in the world. The training takes place at the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines (CTCRM) in Lympstone, Devon. The training includes physical fitness, weapons handling, survival skills, and amphibious operations.

Equipment[edit]

The Royal Marines are equipped with a range of weapons and vehicles suitable for their role. This includes the SA80 rifle, L115A3 sniper rifle, and various support weapons. They also use landing craft, helicopters, and other vehicles to conduct operations.

Notable Operations[edit]

The Royal Marines have been involved in many notable operations, including the D-Day landings during World War II, the Suez Crisis, and the Falklands War. More recently, they have been deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan.

See also[edit]

External links[edit]

United Kingdom
His Majesty's
Naval Service
of the British Armed Forces
Components
  • Special Forces
History and future
Operations
Equipment
Personnel
Auxiliary services

Royal Marines gallery[edit]

  • Royal Marine Badge
    Royal Marine Badge
  • Flag of the Royal Marines
    Flag of the Royal Marines
  • Royal Marines Commando
    Royal Marines Commando
  • Major General John Tupper
    Major General John Tupper
  • Private of Marines
    Private of Marines
  • British Marines in Chania, 1897
    British Marines in Chania, 1897
  • Commandos archery
    Commandos archery
  • House to house fighting at Riva Bella near Ouistreham
    House to house fighting at Riva Bella near Ouistreham
  • Royal Marine Commandos attached to 3rd Division move inland from Sword Beach on the Normandy coast, 6 June 1944
    Royal Marine Commandos attached to 3rd Division move inland from Sword Beach on the Normandy coast, 6 June 1944
  • Royal Marines on Rigid Raider
    Royal Marines on Rigid Raider
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