Royal Navy

British history · military ships · ocean defense · naval warfare

Oldest Naval Force. The Royal Navy started in the early 1500s, making it older than any other country's navy that still exists today. It earned the nickname 'Senior Service' because it's been around the longest.

Protects the Nation. The Royal Navy's main job is to defend the United Kingdom, its Crown Dependencies, and its Overseas Territories from attacks or invasions from the sea. It's like Britain's shield against naval threats.

Commands from the King. Royal Navy officers receive their authority directly from the King, which shows how important and official this navy is to the government.

Medieval Warriors. Although English and Scottish kings used warships as far back as medieval times, the biggest sea battles happened during the Hundred Years' War against France, hundreds of years ago.

Part of Bigger Service. The Royal Navy is one part of His Majesty's Naval Service, which means it works together with other naval forces to keep Britain safe.