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Everyday heroes
Every day, our dedicated people are working hard across the globe protecting our nation’s interests. This is where we recognise the difference they make and celebrate their achievements, large or small. From going the extra mile on a humanitarian aid operation to making an impact on the world of sport.
The outstanding contribution of sailors on operations around the world has been recognised by the Rear Admiral in charge of surface ships at the Royal Navy Fleet Effectiveness Awards. Rear Admiral Mike Utley has awarded the extraordinary efforts of thousands of serving personnel by presenting Surface Fleet Effectiveness Trophies to the ship or unit displaying the highest standards of excellence across the year.
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The highest military award for valour in combat
From inter-service competitions, to the Olympics
The number of personnel in the 2019 Birthday Honours List
Making a difference, all over the world
Some of the most prestigious honours our personnel can receive will be presented to them by the Queen following her New Year or birthday honours lists, from MBEs to knighthoods. Others come as medals or prizes, marking significant achievements in the line of duty.
Sailors and Royal Marines from across the Naval Service are among hundreds to be recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2020.
A submariner who helped search for a missing Argentine boat, two Royal Marines dedicated to helping injured, wounded or traumatised comrades and veterans are among the Naval Service personnel honoured by the Queen.
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Royal Marines and sailors from the Commando’s vital support arm have received the Freedom of the Town in recognition of their valued contribution to the North Devon economy and community
The men and women of 40 Commando have received the Firmin Sword of Peace – recognition for providing life-saving aid, assistance and security to communities across the Caribbean in the autumn of 2017.
The drug busting crew of Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon have sailed into the record books after their seventh drugs bust in the Middle East – days later they broke their own record landing a further haul in the fight against criminals in the open seas.
One hundred and twenty-two members of the ship’s company of Type 23 frigate HMS Monmouth received a warm Welsh welcome as they marched through their namesake town, exercising their rights to the freedom of the town.
Petty Officer Keith Jeffery, the officer-in-charge of Castleford Sea Cadets, talks of the value of learning such life-saving skills.
Having thrown down the gauntlet to their American counterparts in a social media campaign tagged #TheBritsAreComing #Corps Wars, the Royal Marines retained the trophy following a series of sporting events that further strengthened their long history of working together during exercises and operations.
Avionics expert Katherine Jennings has been singled out as the Navy’s ultimate apprentice.
The Catering Services team from HMS Vengeance (Port) were formally recognised when they were presented with the Fleet Catering Award for 2018-19.
The Royal Navy has been named one of the UK’s top employers of women by The Times’ in its prestigious annual list.
Chief Petty Officer Janine Potts has been recognised for her dedication to the Royal Navy and support to others with over 110 guests all specially selected in reward and recognition of their hard work.
Out of hundreds of chefs in the Royal Navy, meet the very best. Leading Chef Alexis Jones is the Royal Navy’s Senior Chef of the Year, as named by the historic livery company, the Worshipful Company of Cooks.
Team effort sees the crew of HMS Montrose singled out for outstanding safety record and culture as after covering 47,000 miles on her busy deployment so far.
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