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Former RBR Commander Sentenced To Jail
[Updated with PDF] Former commanding officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] David Curley has been sentenced to six months in jail after admitting to a charge of official corruption A ZBM report said, “The 55-year-old former Lieutenant-Colonel had pleaded guilty to a charge of official corruption last July. His sentence totals 18 months, with... Read more of this article
RBR Coast Guard Looking To Grow Its Ranks
New recruits to the Royal Bermuda Regiment could find themselves patrolling waters by summer as the Coast Guard plans to swell its ranks. Captain Jeffrey Patterson, the Coast Guard Commander, hopes to increase staff numbers to boost the unit’s capabilities and enhance training. Residents are invited to join the Regiment this week ahead of a recruit... Read more of this article
Regiment Instructors Assisting TCI Regiment
Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] instructors are assisting the Turks and Caicos Islands Regiment [TCIR] “as the two British Overseas Territory units build on opportunities to work together.” A spokesperson said, “Members of an overseas Regiment are getting their first taste of firing weapons on a live range thanks to a detachment of Royal... Read more of this article
B Company Steps Up To Public Order Challenge
Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s B Company were armed with shields and batons when they took part in public order training over the weekend. The exercise, which included mock rioting, bolsters the RBR’s ability to provide support in the event of disorder or violent protest. Major Duncan Simons, Officer Commanding B Company, explained:... Read more of this article
Musicians Highlight RBR Band Experiences
A saxophonist and a drummer spoke about their experiences in the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band as they highlighted the opportunities it has afforded them. Lance Corporal Azar Morrissey and Corporal Kallan Thomas were still at school when they became Junior Musicians and noted that “being part of the Band and Corps of Drums helped them to develop... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Canadian Navy Vessels Visit
Two Royal Canadian Navy vessels — HMCS Moncton and HMCS Glace Bay — are visiting the island, stopping in St George’s this week. According to Canada’s CTV news, ”Ninety-two members of the Royal Canadian Navy departed Halifax Monday morning for a two-and-a-half-month deployment as part of Operation Projection in West Africa. “The... Read more of this article
Logistics Company Helps Keep RBR Running
Medics and storemen joined transport and communications teams as members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s Logistics Company took part in inventories and instruction at Warwick Camp this weekend. Private Gianluca Guglielmucci, Private Adam Courtenay, Private Joshua Frey count items in the clothing stores. Soldiers developed their skills and ran checks... Read more of this article
Regiment Gears Up For 2023 Recruit Camp
The Royal Bermuda Regiment is inviting Bermuda residents between the ages of 18 to 50 to join, with this year’s recruit intake set undergo initial training from 12-24 February. A spokesperson said, “The RBR is inviting Bermuda residents between the ages of 18 to 50 to join its ranks and serve Bermuda. This year’s only recruit intake will... Read more of this article
Young People Invited To Join RBR Junior Leaders
Young people are invited to join the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s Junior Leaders to “help develop self-reliance, initiative and teamwork skills.” Captain Gavin Rayner, commandant of the youth programme, believes that ideally it would have up to 50 in its ranks so that more seasoned members could further expand their duties.” He explained:... Read more of this article
RBRA Donates To The Eliza DoLittle Society
The Royal Bermuda Regiment Association held their first annual Beer Call & Food Drive where they collected non-perishable food items and cash for The Eliza DoLittle Society. The event was held at Bermuda Craft Brewery on Hermitage Road on December 15th. Association President Peter Aldrich stated, “For a spur of the moment event, it was well supported,... Read more of this article
Soldiers Promoted In Royal Bermuda Regiment
Promotions of Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers were announced at a recent Battalion Night at Warwick Camp. A spokesperson said, “It was an opportunity for the whole battalion to come together to acknowledge the successes of their peers, play sports and socialise as the Commanding Officer thanked them for their service. “Runekco Edwards, a... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On ‘Brothers & Sisters In Arms’
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] “In the fear and alarm. You did not desert me. My brothers in arms” - Dire Straits There is something to be said about family bonds. You know those bonds that, despite time, distance, differences of opinions, and or internal disputes, can never be broken. Whether it be one’s immediate family, extended... Read more of this article
Photos: 2022 Remembrance Day Parade
The island’s veterans joined with others to march in the Remembrance Day parade on Front Street. Crowds looked on as the Band & Corps of Drums and Junior Leaders, joined by veterans and representatives from other island organisations, made their way towards the Cenotaph. Dignitaries including Rena Lalgie, the Governor and RBR Commander-in-Chief,... Read more of this article
Video: 2022 Remembrance Day Ceremony
The Remembrance Day event is scheduled to be held today [Nov 11] to pay respects to the Bermudians who served in the two World Wars of the 20th century and other conflicts, many of whom did not return home after making the ultimate sacrifice. We will have a photo gallery later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast... Read more of this article
Lt Sheldon Fox Appointed As RBR Band Officer
Lieutenant Sheldon Fox has been appointed the Royal Regiment Regiment’s new Band Officer. A spokesperson said, “Leading the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band & Corps of Drums, he enjoyed celebrating the island and her people all over the world as well as on home soil. Now, after nearly 20 years, Major Dwight Robinson has passed on the baton. “Succeeding... Read more of this article
RBRA Donates $1,000 To Bermuda Legion
The Royal Bermuda Regiment Association President Peter L. Aldrich and Vice President Roderick Spencer presented Carol Everson of the Bermuda Legion a check for $1000 towards the Legion’s annual poppy fundraising appeal. Mr. Aldrich stated, “This annual donation from the RBRA to the Bermuda Legion represents our commitment and gratitude to the... Read more of this article
