Tartan Details - 43 Commando (Fleet Protection) Group Royal Marines

Reference: 11603 Designer: Kinloch Anderson Ltd Tartan date: 08/07/2016 Registration date: 12 August 2016 Category: Corporate Restrictions: Yes. Exclusively designed by Kinloch Anderson for 43 Commando Group. Restricted availability, please contact Kinloch Anderson regarding use. Only to be woven by supplier commissioned by Kinloch Anderson. Registration notes: Dual symbolism of yellow/gold stripe represents a historical link with the Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders. The main association stems from the fall of Dunkirk, when the 5th Battalion served with the Royal Marine Brigade. HMS ‘Prince of Wales’ and ‘Repulse’ were sunk in December 1941. Royal Marines survivors joined with remnants of the 2nd Battalion in the defence of Singapore, forming 'The Plymouth Argyll's', since both ships were Plymouth manned. Annual messages of greetings sent to the Regiment on the anniversary of the Battle of Balaclava are reciprocated on the ‘Corps Birthday.’ A distinctive scarlet and yellow/gold (‘raspberry ripple’) twist replicates the unique Unit lanyard. The remaining subtle colours reflect the understated ethos of Royal Marines, who have consistently operated, as their motto explains, ‘per mare per terram,’ since 28th October 1664. Dark blue square signifies the RM’s dress uniform representing their strong historical links with the Royal Navy. In 1964, an additional ‘Lovat’ semi-formal uniform was introduced, hence the brown/khaki shading reflecting the versatility of RM infantry soldiers. Finally, the dominant shade of green connotes the iconic ‘green beret’ worn by Service personnel who have successfully completed Commando training since 1942. Woven Sample: A woven sample of this tartan has been received by the Scottish Register of Tartans for permanent preservation in the National Records of Scotland.

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