October 28
1664: King Charles II sanctioned the formation of the Duke of York and Albany's Maritime Regiment of Foot - the first Regiment to be formed specifically for service afloat. The Regiment was raised mainly from the Trained Bands of the City of London.
1664: The Birth of the Royal Marine Corps
1940: The RCR are relieved from Costal Guard, Reigate, England
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