Published by the
Royal Marines Historical Society

With a Foreword
By
Major General Julian Thompson CB, OBE

This pocket book traces the development of the Royal Marines from Soldiers who served at Sea to the modern day Commando force, which provides the manpower for most of Britain’s amphibious capability. The Royal Marines are an integral part of the Royal Navy providing a quick reaction force prepared for action anywhere in the world.

The Royal Marines Historical Society has produced this short history, which has 16 colour pages, as a handy pocket size reference book. It includes a wide range of appendices covering everything from the Colours, traditions, memorable dates, music and comprehensive chronology. Most of the 100 photographs come from the vast Royal Marines Museum collection. Click here for order form

Price £6 (incl p&p) (overseas add £2)
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A5 (15 x 21 cms) Softback 144 pages with 32
Colour and 70 black & white illustrations

ISBN 0 9536163 1 2