Royal Marines Globe and Laurel Blazer Badges – Embroidered & Gold Wire

Description

Royal Marines Globe and Laurel Blazer Badges

Discover our quality Royal Marines Globe and Laurel blazer badges, available in a selection of machine-embroidered, hand-embroidered and gold wire designs.

These traditional Royal Marines badges are ideal for blazers, veterans’ reunions, regimental events and collectors of British military insignia.

Available Designs

1. Machine embroidered – Black background: Approximately 5 × 3½ inches.
2. Machine embroidered – White background: Approximately 5 × 3½ inches.
3. Hand embroidered – Black wire: Approximately 2 × 1½ inches.
4. Hand embroidered – Gold wire: Approximately 2 × 1½ inches.
5. Gold wire without scroll – Royal Marines Commando: Approximately 4¼ × 3 inches.
6. Gold wire with scroll – Gold anchor: Approximately 5 × 3½ inches.
7. Gold wire with scroll – Silver anchor: Approximately 5 × 3½ inches.

History of the Royal Marines – The Globe and Laurel

The Royal Marines have a distinguished history dating back to 28 October 1664, when King Charles II established the Duke of York and Albany’s Maritime Regiment of Foot.

Originally formed to serve aboard Royal Navy ships, the Marines developed a reputation for fighting both at sea and on land. In 1802, King George III granted the Corps the title Royal Marines in recognition of its service.

Throughout their history, the Royal Marines have participated in major military campaigns, including the Napoleonic Wars, both World Wars and the Falklands conflict. Today, the Royal Marines Commandos remain a specialist fighting force within the Royal Navy.

The Meaning of the Globe and Laurel Badge

The famous Royal Marines Globe and Laurel badge represents centuries of military service and tradition.

Each element has a special meaning:

• The Globe: Awarded by King George IV in 1827, representing the Corps’ worldwide service and numerous battle honours.
• The Laurel Wreath: Commemorates the gallantry of the Marines during the capture of Belle Île in 1761.
• Gibraltar: Recognises the Marines’ involvement in the capture and defence of Gibraltar in 1704–1705.
• The Fouled Anchor: Represents the Corps’ connection with the Royal Navy.
• The Lion and Crown: Symbolise the Royal status of the Corps.
• Per Mare Per Terram: The Royal Marines motto, meaning By Sea, By Land.

The Globe and Laurel remains one of the most recognisable emblems in British military history, symbolising the traditions and service of generations of Royal Marines. Learn more about the Royal Marines