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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. | 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. | ||
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* [[Commando]] | * [[Commando]] | ||
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* [https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/our-organisation/the-fighting-arms/royal-marines Official Royal Marines website] | * [https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/our-organisation/the-fighting-arms/royal-marines Official Royal Marines website] | ||
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[[Category:Amphibious units and formations]] | [[Category:Amphibious units and formations]] | ||
[[Category:British Armed Forces]] | [[Category:British Armed Forces]] | ||
Revision as of 00:08, 31 December 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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