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What is older the Royal Navy or Royal Army?
The Royal Navy first came into operation in the early 16th century but the British (or Royal Army) was set up in 1707. So therefore the Royal Navy is the oldest. Hope this help you! Addendum: The UK does not have a Royal Army. The navy and the air force are Royal, but the army is just the British Army. We do have various regiments and corps that are Royal though.
Can a us citizen join the Royal Navy?
No, only UK and Commonwealth citizens.
Is the English Navy the same as the Royal Navy?
England is only one of 4 countries which make up the United Kingdom - the others being Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Queen is the head of state for all these countries, and in general terms, the UK is governed as a single country. The armed forces are drawn from and protect the whole of the UK. The Royal Navy is the maritime branch of the UK armed forces. There has not been an English Navy for centuries --There has never actually been a English Navy, it has always been the Royal Navy. It was kind of 'nick-named' the English navy because the majority of sailors were English men.
Duffel coats are named after a town in which country?
They were developed by the Royal Navy circa 1830 in the UK
Is there a rank of major in the Royal Navy UK?
No, not as such, but the Royal Marines (part of the Naval Service) use Army ranks, so there are RM Majors.
Is the Royal Navy today still capable fighting force?
More than capable, the Royal Navy is considered about the best in the world with one of the largest even after taking into account recent spending cuts. The cuts have consisted of personnel as well as ships. However of what is remaining is fitted with state of the art weapons and equipment. To put its size in perspective the Royal Navy currently operates on 98 vessels where as the USA, a nation 50 times larger has only 286. On top of all this the UK is one of only a few nations to be nuclear armed, including her Navy... Only a fool would strike the Royal Navy. The Royal Navy is more than capable!
What is the term for the traditional ritual in which the officer in the UK's royal navy retired?
There is not one general term by which this process is known.
What is the term for the traditional ritual by which officers in the UK's Royal Navy are retired?
There is not one general term by which this process is known.
Why did the support from the French fleet help the Americans?
Because the Patriots could not field a Navy against the Royal Navy. They did not own a ship and the UK controlled the Atlantic Ocean.
Who are the English navy?
There is no English navy as such - for most purposes (inluding defence) the United Kingdom (made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Norther Ireland) is considered a single country. The Royal Navy is responsible for protecting the maritime interests of the UK
Where can you buy royal navy uniforms?
in the royal navy... and you probably get them for free... sign up ! Try one of the many Army Navy Stores scattered around Britain, they specialise in surplus in order to bring back the money spent on them originally and short of armaments you can buy just about any thing related to the two including Royal Navy uniforms. If you live outside of the UK though I think they operate online otherwise try a certain online auction house!
What is the purpose of the Royal Navy?
The Royal Navy have many purposes. If all of these were to be listed then the list would be never ending as they do not only have purposes in the United Kingdom, but also abroad in other coutries. These are the four main purposes which the Royal Navy have: 1. To protect the shores of the UK. 2. To protect the shipping of the UK. 3. To enable the British Army to move from one area to another. 4. To protect the interests of the British government abroad.
