The buildings along the edge of the Parade Ground were Accommodation Blocks for JNCOs and Marines and the Barracks the former home of the Royal Marines Artillery which amalgamated with the Royal Marines Light Infantry on St Georges’ Day 1923 when the present style of Cap Badge was introduced.

Posted by PrichardDavid R L on Tue 22 Sep 2020 19:30:17 BST

The right hand man in the photo wears his Police Long Service Medal for 22 years Police time, alongside his Wartime Medals.

Posted by PrichardDavid R L on Sat 19 Sep 2020 20:24:23 BST

The Troopers are pictured stood in front of the iconic Falklands ‘Yomper’which stood outside the Royal Marines Museum. I believe the locals have requested it remain when the new Museum opens.

Posted by PrichardDavid R L on Sat 19 Sep 2020 20:21:14 BST

The right hand man holds the Military Medal for Bravery in the Field.

Posted by PrichardDavid R L on Sat 19 Sep 2020 20:16:54 BST

The impressive building in rear was the RMB Eastney Officers’ Mess when the Barracks was Operational.It was a Classical old-style home to the Officers. It became the RM Corps Museum but it is relocating to a new home in the Royal Naval Dockyard where it will be in close proximity to HMS ‘Victory’ The Royal Navy Museum and others places of interest.

Posted by PrichardDavid R L on Sat 19 Sep 2020 19:13:05 BST

This Ceremony took place on the former Parade Ground at the Royal Marines Barracks Eastney, now long closed and converted into luxury flats.The Tower visible away to the left was where the Union Flag was raised at 0600 hours whilst a Bugler sounded Revielle. At 2200 hours it was lowered to the sound of the Last Post. A Marine from the Guard Room would have the job of running up many stairs to carry out that duty, going back down to a welcome mug of hot chocolate always available being supplied under old RN rules, I believe we called it ‘Kai’. The Union Flag only becomes a Jack on board a RN Ship or Shore Establishment (known as Stone Frigates). 2200 hours also meant “Lights Out”

Posted by PrichardDavid R L on Sat 19 Sep 2020 19:06:34 BST

The central man holds the Military Medal.

Posted by PrichardDavid R L on Sun 13 Sep 2020 22:37:13 BST

Photo updated

Thanks for the info Stephane. It was in some boxed files uncredited so have credited you. Nice photo.

Posted by Pete Rogers (Admin) on Wed 03 Dec 2014 21:51:54 GMT

It was at the last Commando Association last reunion. In Porstmouth, 18 09 2005

I think, I took this photo. Because i've similar photo, or maybe it was someonelse near me.

Posted by stephane on Tue 02 Dec 2014 08:28:55 GMT

Back row : 1st Lef : Jim CLINTON 3 Cdo 4 Troop
Front row : the last one on right : D.DIGHTON 3 Cdo 1 Troop

Posted by stephane on Tue 02 Dec 2014 08:26:35 GMT

Photo updated

General Walker's name added

Posted by Pete Rogers (Admin) on Sat 15 Jun 2013 10:40:44 BST

Photo updated

names added

Posted by Pete Rogers (Admin) on Sun 31 Mar 2013 19:59:54 BST

Pushing Ken, this is Roy MAXWELL 4 Cdo
Thanks Stephane. Photo updated. Pete R.

Posted by stephane on Thu 20 Sep 2012 14:39:24 BST

jock FALCONER 4 cdo is on

Posted by stephane on Mon 13 Dec 2010 21:02:03 GMT

Capt PHILLIPS 44 & 48 RM Cdo

Posted by stephane on Mon 13 Dec 2010 20:59:46 GMT

in front left : Harvey O'HARA 4 cdo behind him JOE BURNETT 4 cdo(half-face )

Front of jim clinton and roy cadman. Dereck DEIGHTON 3 Cdo

Posted by stephane on Mon 13 Dec 2010 20:58:09 GMT

Man on right in suit - Brig Jack Thomas No 6 Cdo - President of the CVA. At rear - John Carney, Roy Cadman, Freddie Walker and Bob Bartholomew.

Posted by Geoff Murray on Mon 11 Oct 2010 21:08:42 BST

Vic Ralph No 1 Commando (clear specs) - the founder of the CVA.

Posted by Geoff Murray on Mon 11 Oct 2010 21:04:19 BST