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Regiment Holding Leadership Course
A promotions course continued to test the mettle of Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers over the weekend as each of the group aims to earn their first stripe. A spokesperson said, “The Potential Junior Non-Commissioned Officers cadre runs for about six months and allows a Private to move up in rank to Lance Corporal. “It is a two-phase leadership... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Military Aircraft In Bermuda
Royal Air Force [RAF] typhoons were spotted this week at LF Wade International Airport as they made a landing on the island. The Royal Air Force website says, “The Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 is a highly capable and extremely agile multi-role combat aircraft, capable of being deployed for the full spectrum of air operations, including air policing, peace... Read more of this article
Photos: Bermuda Regiment At King’s Coronation
Members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment recently took part in King Charles III’s coronation in London, taking part of a 1.4-mile procession from Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace. A spokesperson said, “Members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment proudly represented their battalion when they joined thousands of troops for King Charles III’s... Read more of this article
RBR Coast Guard Building Increased Capacity
“The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard is currently deeply engaged in building capacity,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. Minister Weeks said, “The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard launched in February 2020 as a marine force for the protection and security of Bermuda’s inshore waters,... Read more of this article
RBR Trains To Better Support Soldiers In Crisis
Soldiers in the Royal Bermuda Regiment will have direct access to people trained in crisis intervention techniques after five senior staff completed a course on Critical Incident Stress Management. The RBR took part in the programme for the first time so that it is “better equipped to support members who experience shock or trauma.” Captain... Read more of this article
Regiment To Take Part In King’s Coronation
A delegation from the Royal Bermuda Regiment will take part in King Charles III’s coronation in London next weekend. A spokesperson said, “A delegation of 14 soldiers and officers will become part of Royal Bermuda Regiment history when they take their places among thousands of troops at King Charles III’s coronation in London next weekend. “Service... Read more of this article
Photos: 2023 Peppercorn Ceremony
The annual Peppercorn Ceremony took place in St George’s yesterday. A spokesperson said, “Visitors, residents and dignitaries looked on as about 60 members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment paraded at the traditional Peppercorn Ceremony in St George. “Troops were joined by the RBR Band and Corps of Drums for a visit to the town by Her... Read more of this article
Video: Peppercorn Ceremony In St George’s
Following a tradition that began over 200 years ago, the annual Peppercorn Ceremony is taking place in St George’s this morning [April 26] and you can tune in and watch live below. The King’s Square ceremony requires the Governor to accept the annual peppercorn ‘rent’ paid by Freemasons for use of the State House. The State House was built in... Read more of this article
Peppercorn Ceremony To Take Place On Wed
The annual Peppercorn Ceremony will take place tomorrow [April 26]. A Government spokesperson said, “he public is encouraged to attend the annual ceremony to enjoy the tradition, pomp and pageantry featuring the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] guard on parade and the RBR Regiment Band and Corps of Drums. “The public can also follow live coverage... Read more of this article
Regiment Makes Three Appointments
A Royal Bermuda Regiment soldier of 26 years this month became the most senior enlisted member of the organisation. A spokesperson said, “Warrant Officer Class 1 Luis Pereira urged young Bermudians to ‘take a chance’ and join the RBR, with the possibility that they too could one day become a Regimental Sergeant Major. “As RSM, WO1... Read more of this article
Regiment Introduces New Annual Training Test
Soldiers in the Royal Bermuda Regiment will be “more formally reminded of the organisation’s ethos and expectations thanks to the recent introduction of a mandatory annual test on behaviours.” A spokesperson said, “More than 100 people – including the newest recruits – have already passed the assessment, which covers the RBR’s... Read more of this article
RBR Help Build Regional Public Order Capacity
Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment were praised for their “professionalism and expertise” after they delivered public order training to officers from seven Caribbean countries. A spokesperson said, “A group of four, led by Warrant Officer Class Two Shaun Williams, travelled to Barbados last month to work with people from member states... Read more of this article
Photos: New Soldiers Complete Recruit Camp
The 19 new recruits have completed the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s two-week recruit camp. A spokesperson said, “New soldiers were encouraged to seize the many opportunities offered by the Royal Bermuda Regiment as they completed their grueling two-week recruit camp. Each of the 19 people who started training earlier this month officially became... Read more of this article
Photos: Royal Bermuda Regiment Recruit Camp
The Royal Bermuda Regiment’s newest members have entered their second week of recruit camp. The 19 rookie soldiers left Warwick Camp for fieldcraft lessons and a night under canvas in Exercise First Encounter at Hog Bay Park in Sandys on Monday and Tuesday. “Private Leslie Tucker, of Warwick, relished the experience – even though the troops got... Read more of this article
2023 Regiment Recruit Camp Gets Underway
Nineteen people recently reported to Warwick Camp for “for two weeks of instruction designed to give them basic military skills to build on” for the Royal Bermuda Regiment. A spokesperson said, “For the newest Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers, recruit camp has already included drill lessons in a downpour, weapon safety checks and early... Read more of this article
Women Invited To Learn About Regiment
A ‘Women In Service’ talk will be held on Wednesday, February 1, with women “invited to hear how the Royal Bermuda Regiment offers opportunities for growth and empowerment at an open forum this week.” A spokesperson said, “Soldiers and officers plan to dispel misconceptions and answer any questions about military life. “The... Read more of this article
