Royal Marines
Britishplural noun
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Weston, who trained with the elite Royal Marines when he took up skeleton, undergoing mental and physical tests, said those who are not familiar with the sport might wonder what he does.
From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026
For Royal Navy or Royal Marines non-officer veterans it is six years after discharge or at age 55, but this will increase to 18 years after discharge to "align" with the two services.
From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026
He was appointed to first sea lord in November 2021 and is succeeded by Gen Sir Gwyn Jenkins of the Royal Marines.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025
When Dave Pettifer was a Royal Marines commando, he fought in the jungle, endured the Arctic tundra and completed three tours of Afghanistan.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2025
It was accompanied by John Parry, late of the Royal Marines, a professional explorer.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
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