Coastal Forces of the Royal Navy

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Coastal Forces was a division of the Royal Navy initially established during World War I, and then again in World War II under the command of Rear-Admiral, Coastal Forces. It remained active until the last minesweepers to wear the "HM Coastal Forces" cap tally were taken out of reserve in 1968. On 21 May 2020, Ministerial approval for the change in name from 1st Patrol Boat Squadron to Coastal Forces Squadron was given. It encompasses the Archer-class patrol vessels and the Batch 1 River-class offshore patrol vessels and are responsible for UKEEZ Protection and Patrol.

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Coastal Forces of World War II HMS Wasp This plaque commemorates the men and women of Allied Coastal Forces who served with the Royal Navy at HMS Wasp between 1940 and 1944. This building was then the Lord Warden Hotel and was used as Coastal Forces Headquarters and accommodation. From HMS Wasp Motor Torpedo Boats, Motor Gunboats and Motor Launches carried out vital operations against enemy naval forces and protected British shipping in the Channel and North Sea. Many gave their lives and their skill and courage made an invaluable contribution to the success of the war at sea. Unveiled by Admiral The Lord Boyce GCB OBE DL Lord Warden and Admiral of the Cinque Ports Constable of Dover Castle 10 July 2010 We will remember them

Lord Warden House, Lord Warden Square, Dover, United Kingdom where they was