Being deployed overseas is always difficult, particularly at this time of year, but the stunning backdrop of Valletta's Grand Harbour made it slightly easier this year! ๐คฉ
Happy Christmas! ๐๐ฒ๐น
A career highlight supporting the @RoyalNavy's part in #RoyalVisitFrance. ๐ ๐ซ๐ท
And, of course, there's always time for a quick photoshoot! ๐ท
In recognition of the defence ties between France and the UK, Their Majesties have joined members of the British and French Armed Forces aboard @HMSIronDuke.
The King inspected the front rank of the Shipโs impressive Ceremonial Guard and Colour Guard. #RoyalVisitFrance
An incredible opportunity to do something so hugely important ๐ , and another item ticked off the bucket list - what a place! ๐ฉ๐ฌ ๐ด
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Thou shalln't have a fishy... ๐
@hms_tamar helped authorities in Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory, deal with a huge illegal fishing haul and cleaned shorelines - rare turtles' nesting grounds - during a 3-week environment-focused visitThou shalln't have a fishy... ๐
@hms_tamar helped authorities in Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory, deal with a huge illegal fishing haul and cleaned shorelines - rare turtles' nesting grounds - during a 3-week environment-focused visit.
In a deeply moving tribute to HM The Queen, world-famous Swiss light artist Gerry Hofstetter, in partnership with the @UKEmbassyBerne, lit up the skies of #Switzerland with heart-warming images of HM The Queen and Prince Philip. @RoyalFamily @HofSwitzerland
Our duty. Our honour.
The #RoyalNavy has been commemorating Her Majesty The Queen.
Across the fleet, sailors and @RoyalMarines have been paying tribute, flags have been flown at half-mast and a special 96 gun salute has taken place.
Find out more: https://t.co/GRE8PRtN8s
Royal Navy personnel paused to remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as they took part in memorial services across the countryRoyal Navy personnel paused to remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as they took part in memorial services across the countryRoyal Navy personnel paused to remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as they took part in memorial services across the countryRoyal Navy personnel paused to remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as they took part in memorial services across the countryRoyal Navy personnel paused to remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as they took part in memorial services across the countryRoyal Navy personnel paused to remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as they took part in memorial services across the country.
A bond of love and duty.
From her birth in 1926 to her final visit to Portsmouth last year, the Queenโs long, eventful life and reign has interwoven with the Royal Navy's history.
We look back at an unparalleled 96 years: https://t.co/kJGmUp8DeL
The First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key pays tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
"Her generosity, pride and support for her Armed Forces made her a lifelong friend of the Royal Navy. Her Majesty will be deeply missed by us all."
God Save the King.
The King's Principal Proclamation has taken place today at St James's Palace in London with support from members of his Armed Forces.
The Armed Forces will continue to serve His Majesty The King.
"The Queen was the most magnificent ambassador for our country and the universal values of respect, tolerance and generosity."
Chief of the Defence staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin pays tribute to The Queen after her 70 years of service.
Watch here: https://t.co/edbvkPszIn