The RAF does not have a monopoly on going to hot and sandy places. Last autumn 50% of UK forces in Afghanistan were Royal Navy and a fresh element has just deployed.
So why do you need to apologise for suggesting he was Navy?
Lieutenant Andrew McLachlan, of 40 Commando said:
"This deployment is well suited to the nature and ethos of the Royal Marines. Military force can only be part of the solution. We will be there to help with the development and reconstruction of the area, but are robust enough to stop those intent on undermining the work already achieved. Conditions will be tough but 40 Commando are well equipped and well prepared for the task."
Working alongside their colleagues from the Army and RAF, the
Royal Marines will also be joined by a large deployment of the
Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm who will be supporting the efforts on the ground.
The
Royal Marine Commandos will also work alongside and support the Afghan security forces as they continue to develop and take on a greater role in providing security to the province.
It is a tri-service and multi-national operation.
Fair Call, just 2 points.
1. You probably wouldn't like to be referred to as 'RAF', and may well expect an aplogy when pointed out, maybe?
2. I seem to regard the RM as a seperate entity (as many of they do), rightly or wrongly. They don't sit well as a quasi-RAF Regiment RN trade.
Apolgies for the offence!
WM