British Military Current Events

[daftandbarmy]

Didn't see this coming.

New era begins as 3 Commando Brigade to be officially known as the UK Commando Force

A new era for the Royal Marines has arrived and to reflect their bold modernisation 3 Commando Brigade is to be known officially as the UK Commando Force, as announced by His Majesty The King.

www.royalnavy.mod.uk

With a Royal Marine as First Sea Lord it's probably a recognition that they'll expand far beyond a Brigade in size ...

 

[Infanteer]

With a Royal Marine as First Sea Lord it's probably a recognition that they'll expand far beyond a Brigade in size ...

I think it already is with all those new specialized commandos. As well, 40, 42, and 45 abandoned a conventional infantry structure a few years back.

 

[daftandbarmy]

I think it already is with all those new specialized commandos. As well, 40, 42, and 45 abandoned a conventional infantry structure a few years back.

And regiments of army troops - arty, log, engr plus other bits and bobs like sigs, int and med..