#OnThisDay 1982: Argentina surrenders @RoyalMarines and @BritishArmy, supported by gunfire from @RoyalNavy, make the final assault on Port Stanley. The Royal Navy mobilised 112 ships (RN, RMAS, RFA, STUFT). 907 died (649 Argentine, 255 British and 3 locals).

#OnThisDay 1953 HM Queen Elizabeth II reviewed the Royal Navy at Spithead to celebrate her Coronation. The Fleet consisted of 156 ships from 16 nations including 7 Aircraft Carriers and 300 Fleet Air Arm aircraft from 38 squadrons.

The 🇫🇷 @French_CSG FS Charles de Gaulle and escorts, including @HMSDragon are patrolling in the northwest of the Indian Ocean. Their mission is to maintain situational awareness, contribute in the long term to the resumption of safe navigation on international maritime routes and coordinate with allied nations by integrating foreign assets into the naval aviation group.

This morning, UK forces boarded a Russian tanker in the English Channel that was secretly helping to bankroll Putin's war in Ukraine. The first operation of its kind led by British forces, and a clear message: there is nowhere to hide.

Special Maritime Operations = UK Commando Force This morning, Commandos from 42 conducted a maritime interdiction operation on the vessel CMR Smyrtos, sailing under a false Cameroonian flag. Just another night's work for the UKCF's Special Maritime Operations specialist unit.

Pride. Passion. Perfection. Sailors took part in Trooping the Colour today for what is believed to be the first time in the famous ceremony's 350-year history. A 92-strong naval contingent formed a Street Lining Party on The Mall near Buckingham Palace. royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/j…

BREAKING: Royal Navy warships support first UK seizure of 🇷🇺Russian shadow fleet vessel navylookout.com/royal-navy-w…

A proud day for all the @RoyalNavy personnel whose outstanding achievements and contributions have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List. I would like to offer my warmest congratulations to each and every one of you. royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/j…

We owe those who serve the UK the kit to do the job and the loyalty to stand by them when it's done. We are failing on both. I’ve spent my whole time in government making that case. Number 10 will not listen, so I am resigning as Minister for the Armed Forces. Letter to the PM below.🫡🫡🫡⬇️⬇️

3 Commando Brigade has been renamed the UK Commando Force. 3Cdo Brigade was arguably the UK's best fighting formation (with integral engineer and artillery support). It has been evolved into a lighter more dispersed raiding force, a "modern, globally deployed Commando Force, designed to operate in the most demanding environments". royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/j…

Over the centuries the RN has used many logos, the current one being the Ensign version. Until recently it used the naval crown, which was never traditionally British dating back to the Romans. Probably the most prolific is the foul anchor in all RN headgear badges & buttons.

The Telegraph @TomCotterillX reports plan to buy 12 x F-35A for tactical nuclear weapons delivery will likely be binned in the DIP (as we predicted). No tears should be shed over giving up on this dubious idea. navylookout.com/buying-f-35a…

Latest article: Building RFA Resurgent: inside the Royal Navy’s Fleet Solid Support ship programme navylookout.com/building-rfa…

#OTD in 1944 the greatest armada ever to leave our shores delivered fire, fury and thousands of troops on to the beaches of Normandy. By the day’s end Hitler’s Atlantic Wall was punctured by the bravery, ingenuity and overwhelming firepower of Allied forces. #Dday #WW2

We can confirm the names of the three Royal Navy personnel who tragically lost their lives during a helicopter training exercise on 3 June: Lt Cdr Chris Gayson, 42, Somerset Lt Lily-Mae Fisher, 31, Surrey PO Owen Green, 24, Hampshire 🔗royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/j…

From D-Day to his 100th birthday. Lt Cdr George Spencer has lived through a century of history and helped shape it. As a 16-year-old Boy Leading Seaman, George served aboard HMS Nelson during some of the most significant moments of the Second World War, including the Normandy landings on 6 June 1944. His naval career went on to span nearly three decades, taking him around the world and across 28 vessels. Now, at 100 years old, George has been honoured in his home village of Gracehill, Northern Ireland, where he officially opened a new community path in front of family, friends, Royal Navy personnel and local residents. Reflecting on his service, George said: “The Royal Navy means a lot to me. I have fond memories of my long naval career, and I am proud of my service.” Stories like George’s remind us of the lasting contribution made by those who have served and the importance of preserving their experiences for future generations. Join us in wishing George a very happy 100th birthday. 🎉 royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2026/m…

Tactical training with the @RoyalNavy's 824 Naval Air Squadron – engineers load training-variant Sting Ray torpedoes to a Merlin Mk2 helicopter on the flight line at RNAS Culdrose. The Merlin can fulfill multiple roles, but is first and foremost a submarine hunter #824NAS

The Strategic Defence Review was published one year ago today Aspiration without commitment... navylookout.com/implications…

BREAKING: Royal Navy Merlin helicopter crashes in Devon navylookout.com/royal-navy-m…

#OnThisDay 1981 the Aircraft Carrier HMS ARK ROYAL was launched on the Tyne by HM The Queen Mother 2 years after the decommissioning of her predecessor. She was the fifth ship to bear the name and served until 2011.