Coffee break time? Pop the kettle on, take a seat and deploy on operations around the world with the soldiers, sailors and airmen of the UK Armed Forces who are working 24/7 to help keep Britain safe. From UN Peacekeeping in Mali to protecting shipping lanes in the Gulf, the UK Armed Forces are deployed all over the globe. Find out what life’s really like on operations over a coffee break with those deployed and enjoy hearing some banter along the way. All before your next video call.
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episode 12: #12 HMS Montrose | Cluedo on a ship? | Fancy a Brew?
HMS Montrose is one of the Royal Navy’s thirteen Type 23 Frigates. She is stationed at HMNB Devonport, but supports missions all over the world.
She is currently serving on Operation KIPION in the Gulf, where the Armed Forces have maintained a presence for over 30 years. Following the start of the Iran–Iraq War in September 1980, tensions were high in the region and as a result the Gulf became an unstable and fragile area.
Since then, the Royal Navy and the Royal Fleet Auxiliary have been on patrol in the region 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, helping promote peace and stability in the region, as well as ensuring the safe flow of oil and trade. Ensuring the free flow of international commerce is the Royal Navy’s top priority. It does this through the three principles of the mission: vigilance, surveillance and assurance.
Join Lieutenant George, Able Rate Maca and PTI Chris as they talk about their experiences of serving onboard HMS Montrose in the Gulf.