Si BiggsJan 23, 20183 min47 Cdo RM - Battle of Port-en-Bessin 7-8 June 1944 - "It is doubtful whether, in their long, diThe Battle of Port-en-Bessin also known as Operation Auberytook place from 7–8 June 1944, at a small fishing harbour west of Arromanches...
Si BiggsDec 27, 20172 minSea Borne Escape from Crete in a Damaged Landing Craft Colour Sergeant Charlie Bowden, who died aged 94 2011, was a Royal Marines gunner who survived being shot at by both the enemy and his...
Si BiggsDec 7, 20173 minOperation Frankton is launched from HMS TunaAt 7.17 pm on December 7, 1942, His Majesty’s Submarine Tuna surfaced off the coast of Occupied France near the mouth of the River...
Si BiggsOct 28, 20171 minHappy Birthday #Royal Marines 'this country's sheet anchor' since 1664'I never knew an appeal made to them for honor, courage, or loyalty that they did not more than realize my highest expectations. If ever...