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rapidly deployable Commando Force
How to make something already hoofing look even better?
#Slowmo
@RoyalMarines
in
#Norway
conducting anti-tank training with the NLAW missile system in the
#Arctic
environment.
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The names of all those who have died in the service of 45 Commando are immortalised in the Woodlands Garden.
Today we reflect on a dark day in Afghanistan from 2006 and 2008. We will remember them.
#LestWeForget
My RSM will kill me for putting this up but so proud of him receiving his Meritorious Service Medal today aboard HMS Victory. 28 years of outstanding service. (He’s the big bloke in green in the middle next to the Second Sea Lord)
#sorrynotsorryRSM
We've arrived in Norway and jumped straight in the (icy) deep end by starting training with the survival phase of the Cold Weather Warfare Course. In true bootneck fashion, training involved a dip in the oggin with the obligatory ice-breaking drills!
@RoyalMarines
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#AmphibOps
training with
@47CdoRM
in the fjords of
#Norway
.
We've been busy practicing ship-to-shore operations ahead of Ex COLD RESPONSE next month. We'll be working with our
@NATO
partners to test our
#Arctic
warfare capabilities in this challenging environment.
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In preparation for our Norway deployment, the Unit have been practicing capsize drills in Arbroath harbour - all part of getting
#ArcticReady
!
@RoyalMarines
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Traversing a ridge by day is no mean feat...let alone at night! Y Coy's mountain training culminated with a tactical night traverse of the Mamores ridge line in winter conditions, carrying weapons and full bergans. Good effort, Royal.
#ArcticReady
@RoyalMarines
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On this day in 1982 victory was declared in the Falklands. We remember all those who fell in the conflict, including many of our own. Their sacrifice remains immortalised in Woodlands Garden on RM Condor.
#LestWeForget
#WeWillRememberThem
Robust operations require robust fitness.
110km of high altitude yomping*
+
18,000ft of ascent (so far)
=
1 incredibly fit Unit!
The Commandos of
@45CdoGp
are poised, ready to go wherever they are needed.
*to march, heavily laden and over difficult terrain.
#GreenDagger23
High in the Sierra Nevada,
@45CdoGp
has called the mountains home during
#GreenDagger23
.
This highly specialised mountain warfare exercise has seen our Commandos test and perfect their skills, delivering one of the world's most capable and formidable mountainous forces.
76 years ago, 45 Cdo advanced through snow along the German position at Montforterbeek Dyke. They secured a bridgehead and repelled counter-attack. Displaying the best Commando qualities, LCpl Harden is awarded the VC. Remember his sacrifice. The past inspires the
#FutureCommando
This is range 220 - a massive sprawling artificial town in the Mojave Desert. On Thu, the 800 strong 45 Cdo Battlegroup will deploy there, and prepare to defend it against a full on 48 hour assault by the USMC. We’ve delivered orders and we’re ready for them.
@USMC
#RoyalMarines
The 45 Cdo Gp on our Winter Deployment to Norway.
We've been training hard over the last few weeks to develop our
#Arctic
warfare capability. Next month we'll be working with our
@NATO
allies during Ex COLD RESPONSE.
#ArcticReady
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Mountain warfare can be challenging.
Shooting becomes a relentless test of skill and ability, where the unpredictable terrain and altitude conspire to make every shot a feat of marksmanship and resilience.
The Commandos of
@45CdoGp
are masters of their art.
#GreenDagger23
I once intro’d
@paddyashdown
for a lecture - covered the ‘impressive’ stuff: warrior, spook, leader, diplomat. He gently chided me, saying his time on the dole and as a social worker fighting to get elected, also forged his approach. A tough, internationalist, bridge-builder. RIP
359 years and still hoofing.
For 359 years the
#RoyalMarines
have stood ready to answer the call. To protect our nation, maintaining our place at the pinnacle of UK defence.
We stand united. Ready to fight wherever we're needed. Happy birthday, Royals.
This weekend,
@RoyalMarines
of X Company,
@45CdoGp
completed the annual
#CommandoSpeedMarch
, culminating at the Commando Memorial. One of Britain's most recognised monuments, it commemorates the establishment of the Commando Forces during the Second World War.
#StrongerTogether
@theRMcharity
And they've done it! In the finest traditions of the Royal Marines, our Spoofers have completed their epic, self-powered journey from Arbroath to Plymouth. What an absolutely hoofing effort. You can still donate
@theRMcharity
.
Thanks for all the support, including
@RAF_Luton
.
An awesome sunrise in the Mojave Desert this morning. Our last flight landed last night, and the 800 strong 45 Commando Group are now ready to crack on with Ex GREEN DAGGER. Bring on the USMC!
@USMC
@GenRobertNeller
Y Coy have had the first proper snow of the winter whilst conducting mountain training in Scotland - great preparation for 45 Cdo's upcoming deployment to Norway in early 2020!
@RoyalMarines
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#ArcticReady
This isn't our first arctic rodeo - using core skills developed over decades and new tactics, the
#WinterWarrior
embarks on a journey to becoming a lethal
#FutureCommando
on
#WinterDeployment21
.
(Personnel train in 'bubbles', abiding by local Covid-19 protocols.)
@RoyalMarines
Will Richardson and Matt Doran, both serving
@45CdoGp
will be paddling the 125 mile non-stop Devizes to Westminster Kayak marathon this weekend in a Folding boat, raising money for the
@theRMcharity
.
To show your support, like, retweet &
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Mountain operations are dangerous.
Casualty extraction can be complex and often requires specialist skills.
This is what makes the highly proficient
@45CdoGp
medical team such a Unit asset!
Below: Medical teams from 🇬🇧 ,🇺🇸 & 🇩🇪 train together during
#GreenDagger23
.
1 shy of 10,000 followers, who's it going to be? 😃🙏 Thank you to all our followers and stay tuned for lots of deployment content.
@RoyalMarines
@RoyalNavy
📡 Is it new kit or a high tech expansion of our capabilities?
Both. 45 Cdo has returned from RMB Chivenor testing some of the latest battlefield drones with 700X Naval Air Squadron.
Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Mountain Training kicked-off last week with navigation - night and day. Tempo accelerates this week. SURVIVE, then THRIVE and FIGHT. 🗡️⛰️
@RNinScotland
@RoyalMarines
The
@RoyalMarines
celebrate their birthday on Oct 28th...I've been taking a look at the UK Commando Force's KS1 weapon - one of their newest pieces of kit.
I met up with personnel from
@CommandoTRG
@45CdoGp
@Commando_Ops
in Scotland - take a look here:
Yesterday marked the handover of our RSM, WO1 Dave Young RM. 45 Cdo has gone from strength to strength with him in the chair and we wish him all the best in his next role. Although sad to see him go, it's our pleasure to welcome WO1(RSM) Nick Ollive to the 45 Cdo Gp
@RoyalMarines
"When you go home, tell them of us and say, for their tomorrow we gave our today."
Today is about honouring our comrades who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. We will remember them.
#RemembranceSunday
Happy Birthday
@RoyalMarines
!
Commando Values: Excellence, Integrity, Self Discipline and Humility.
Commando Spirit: Courage, Determination, Unselfishness and Cheerfulness.
Commando Mindset: first to understand, first to adapt and respond, first to overcome.
Always delivered.
It was 45's privilege to be involved with London's Remembrance ceremonies this year. From the 10 officers and marines at the Festival of Remembrance, to parading at the
@lordmayors_show
yesterday and the Cenotaph this morning, it was our honour to represent the
@RoyalMarines
Mountain warfare is complex.
Mobility and speed offer advantage over the adversary, but to be fast, you must master the terrain.
High quality training and operational exercise give our Commandos the technical skills that make
@45CdoGp
master of the mountain 🏔️
#GreenDagger23
In memory of the late Maj Tim Addison, in the finest traditions of the Corps and for the benefit of
@theRMcharity
.
@45CdoGp
will be rallying behind two of its own as they prepare for an epic journey from RM Condor to RMB Stonehouse.
Donate here:
As part of
#TridentJuncture
, bootnecks from 45 Cdo's Yankee Coy are working alongside their French colleagues on board the French ship Dixmude. Working with our NATO allies like this represents the best of a fully engaged, global Britain
#WeAreNATO
@MarineNationale
The perfect cold weather challenge for Commandos in the Arctic.
#RoyalMarines
take part in a biathlon when deployed in the Arctic – a winter sport combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. It is a race of speed and accuracy, making it perfect for honing warfare skills.
Tomorrow marks the end of this first phase of Ex GREEN DAGGER. To finish, X Coy have been working on their close quarters urban battle skills, with the assault engineers providing explosive entry in support.
#RoyalMarines
This week we’ve also been training on Salisbury Plain as part of Ex BLUE STEEL. Here is our Fire Support Group live firing a Javlin anti-tank missile system! 💥
@RoyalMarines
Haggis with 'scran' this evening
#BurnsNight
.
..chill blaws loud wi angry sugh;
The short'ning winter-day is near a close;
The miry beasts retreating frae the pleugh;
The black'ning trains o craws to their repose..
(The Cotter’s Saturday Night, Rabbie Burns.)
@RNinScotland
It's been non-stop and action packed on
@STRIKFORNATO
's
#BALTOPS23
- just the way we like it!
#WeAreNATO
#AlwaysReady
Here's the latest... 👇🏼
Royal Marines raid northern Poland and call in rocket strikes as NATO show their might in the Baltic Sea …
Some 'hoofing' photos of this month's Close Quarter Battle training. Essential training of these close-knit teams was conducted in complex rural and urban environments
#FutureCommando
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@RoyalMarines
@RoyalNavy
Today marks the handover of command from Lt Col Forbes to Lt Col Catton. In 45 tradition, the Unit ran 10 miles to Lunan Bay as part of the farewell
@RoyalMarines
@RoyalNavy
Back from the USA, we're now getting ready for our next deployment. Today we've been perfecting our boat capsize drills in Arbroath Harbour
@RoyalMarines
Zulu Coy are smashing jungle training in Belize. Ex Curry Trail has seen the team learn survival skills, tracking and demolition, as well as test their soldiering skills in a challenging environment
@RoyalMarines
The Minister for the Armed Forces The Rt Hon
@JSHeappey
MP has been to Norway to see the UK Commando Force training. He was joined by
@jeromestarkey
from
@TheSun
. For more, click:
The 45 team continue to push themselves in the Arctic. Out on the ranges we're experimenting with the
#FutureCommandoForce
construct - working in small, lethal teams to have a deadly effect on the enemy
#TrainHardFightEasy
@RoyalMarines
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45's Mortar Tp have been
#Arctic
training with their Dutch counterparts from the Netherlands Marine Corps.
@RoyalMarines
and
@korpsmariniers
have a shared history that goes back over 300 years... the friendship is still going strong!
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Today at
#MarineDagen
, the UK and the Netherlands re-signed the Memorandum of Understand, as
@COM_NLMARFOR
said, "renewing our vows", and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the UK/NL Amphibious Force.
Full story:
@hms_albion
#UKNL50
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The Unit are conducting specialist training ahead of Ex COLD RESPONSE. Operating in this environment presents new challenges which requires our teams to adapt and overcome
#ArcticReady
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An investment in kit to keep commandos at the very tip of the spear...
The
#RoyalNavy
has made an initial investment in new kit for its very high readiness fighting force, with plans for a longer-term procurement programme from 2024.
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Scaling the Swiss peaks 🇨🇭
@RoyalMarines
travelled 1100+ miles from Arbroath to tackle the Chanzelgrat route and Weissmeiss ridgeline at high altitude focusing on technical ropework and climbing skills ⛏️
Interoperability isn’t just about being able to communicate. It means understanding how our allies operate and being able to anticipate their movements, and move with them.
📸
@LTU_Army
Griffin Bde and our teams sharing tactics.
#WeAreNATO
#CommandoForce
#BALTOPS50
Congratulations and BZ to the Boxers of
@45CdoGp
for their tremendous effort and determination, and on securing a team victory at tonight's
@RoyalMarines
Boxing Championship!
🥊🏆💪🏼
#Hoofing
So... we've been a little busy.
Here's a snapshot of what we've been up to during
#SteadfastDefender24
.
Royal Marines at the tip of the NATO spear on major Arctic exercise
For those that served with 45 Cdo in Afghanistan, the current situation may evoke different memories and emotions. Help is available and 45 Cdo are ready to support you. Links below:
Recently,
@RoyalMarines
of Yankee Company,
@45CdoGp
undertook the iconic Classic Skiers Haute Route from Chamonix, 🇫🇷 to Zermatt, 🇨🇭.
As well as being thoroughly enjoyable, Adventurous Training also boosts existing Commando skills and supports the development of new ones.
The 'Fight' phase of the Cold Weather Warfare Course is in full swing. This final stage of the training teaches the combat skills required to fight in an Arctic environment, before putting the skills to the test in a tactical exercise
#ArcticReady
@RoyalMarines
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