539 Raiding Squadron RM

539 Raiding Squadron (539 RS) is 3 Commando Brigade's integral operational amphibious movement capability, delivering them on to land from water and patrolling waterways. It forms part of 47 Commando (Raiding Group) Royal Marines. The Squadron are based in the new Royal Marines Tamar complex at the northern end of HMNB Devonport.

539 Raiding Squadron
Cap Badge of the Royal Marines
Active1984-Present
Country United Kingdom
Branch
TypeMarines
Commando
Light infantry
RoleAmphibious support
Size~ 100 personnel
Part of47 Commando (Raiding Group) Royal Marines
Garrison/HQRM Tamar, Plymouth
Nickname(s)The Royals
HM Jollies
Bootnecks
The Royal Machines
Motto(s)Per Mare Per Terram (By Sea By Land) (Latin)
MarchQuick - A Life on the Ocean Wave
Equipment
  • Landing Craft Utility
  • Landing Craft Vehicle Personnel
  • Commando Raiding Craft
  • Offshore Raiding Craft
  • Inflatable Raiding Craft
Commanders
Captain-GeneralKing Charles III
Commanding OfficerColonel Richard Maltby
Squadron CommanderMajor Dan Wake RM
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