RBDF

The Marines assigned to the Transport Workshop section of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force came together to assist The Bahamas Association for the Physically Disabled (BAPD) School by assisting in the repairs of vehicle transportation. As a part of Commander Defence Force, Commodore, Dr. Raymond King’s strategic plans for the outreach throughout the communities and […]

As a part of the Commander Defence Force, Commodore, Dr. Raymond King’s strategic plans to strengthen community relations with stakeholders and the larger community, members of the Squadron Commando department took time out to assist the less fortunate on April 28, 2021. Led by Senior Lieutenant Edward Fritz, the RBDF Commanding Officer for the Commando […]

The outgoing Director of Operation Bahamas Turks and Caicos (OPBAT), Commander Michael Benson paid a courtesy call on Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King on 11 May 2021 at HMBS CORAL HARBOUR. During the meeting, Commander Benson shared words of gratitude for the cooperation experienced with the Defence Force during his tenure as Director. He […]

As the Royal Bahamas Defence Force continues to enforce the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic objective of strengthening relationships with stakeholders and the community at large as a socially corporate citizen, the members of RBDF Entry 41 Woman Entry 13 recently donated grocery items to the Urban Renewal Center, St. James Road. In […]

RBDF gives Search and Rescue Update The Royal Bahamas Defence Force has regrettably called off the search for a missing boater who reportedly went missing on a journey to Abaco over a week ago. Commander William Sturrup, the RBDF’s Search, and Rescue Coordinator shared that: “After days of canvassing an expansive area of waters around […]

Marines of the ill-fated HMBS FLAMINGO were remembered with a gun salute in military form and a wreath-laying ceremony during the 41st Anniversary Service in memory of the vessel and crew on Monday, May 10, 2021, at HMBS CORAL HARBOUR. The Governor General of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, His Excellency the Most Honourable Cornelius […]

Leading Woman Tanica Russell is a reserve individual within the workplace and is a marine that has pious character.  She is a stern, no-nonsense woman, who has a fleeting smile.  Nevertheless, she possesses a genuine concern for her subordinates; thus, making her an approachable person.  Her attitude, dedication, and commitment bring a high standard to […]

Force Chief Petty Officer (FCPO) Paulette Higgs is a career and family-orientated person. She learned over the years to balance work and family life as a military mother. Like no other, Higgs has no time to waste. She’s task-orientated and even her children know the basic drill whenever there’s bad weather lurking. Knowing the weather […]

 When asked about her superhero in life. She replied ‘Wonder Woman’ because she feels they have much in common. She is independent, fearless, and capable of helping others in need inclusive of animals. Woods says that her role model in today’s society is her pastor, Bishop Neil Ellis of the Mount Tabor Church in Pinewood […]

 In keeping with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s intent of keeping the memories of the fallen marines who gave their lives unselfishly, while guarding and protecting our nation, the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Veterans Office in collaboration with the HMBS Flamingo Memorial Committee held a tree planting on 05th May 2021. Captain Shawn […]