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- General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson

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Today in Military History

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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