HMS President

Maritime Reservists from HMS President commemorated the rededication of the Memorial at Horse Guards Parade to mark its 100th anniversary. We remember the sailor-soldiers, many reservists and volunteers, who made the ultimate sacrifice in WWI and fought with distinction on the Western Front and at Gallipoli.



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At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.

HMS President Ship's Company took part in a Service of Remembrance at Chatham Naval Memorial, forming a Guard to honour those who sacrificed so much. Ship’s Company also represented the Royal Navy Reserves at both Southwark Cathedral and Westminster Abbey.

LH Hart, from HMS President, was in attendance at the Royal British Legion’s Festival of Remembrance yesterday evening, describing it an honour and a privilege to take part alongside other members of the Royal Naval Reserve.

Held at the Royal Albert Hall, the festival honours the service of, and the sacrifices made by the British and Commonwealth Armed Forces community.

Today, on Remembrance Sunday, we came together to honour those who served and gave their lives for our freedom.

Alongside being on parade, individual Ship's Company paid their respects at several remembrance events including at Bourne and Great Bedwyn War Memorials, Southend-On-Sea and York Minster.

We Will Remember Them.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.

HMS President Ship's Company attended the Master Mariners’ Remembrance Service, organised by the Honourable Company each year to commemorate seafarers of both the Merchant and Royal Navies who lost their lives at sea in the two World Wars and other conflicts.

HMS President’s Guard was inspected by Royal Fleet Auxiliary Captain Chris Ovens, followed by a two-minute silence.

HMS President’s Ship’s Company were delighted to take part in today’s historic Lady Mayor’s Show, parading proudly through the City of London.

A highlight of the year for all involved and a true honour to represent the Royal Navy Reserves at this landmark occasion. The Lady Mayor is the 697th person to take on the role, but the very first in history to hold the title Lady Mayor.

Members of HMS President’s Ship’s Company formed a Guard of Honour at today’s Remembrance Service held at Lloyd’s of London, paying tribute to all who have lost their lives in conflict. The ceremony included the ringing of the historic Lutine Bell, the laying of wreaths before the Book of Remembrance, and a two-minute silence. London’s Royal Naval Reserve unit carry out this duty at Lloyd’s every year.

Last week HMS President bid a proud farewell to our outgoing Commanding Officer, Cdr Laura Harrison, and welcomed Cdr Ed Bingham back to the unit as the new CO. We thank Cdr Harrison for her outstanding leadership over the past two years and wish her every success for her new challenge leading one of the Royal Naval Reserve specialisations.

Every year, the Royal Navy Submarine Service awards celebrate the best of the submarine service. This year, for the first time, a Royal Naval Reserve was not only shortlisted for, but won an award!

HMS President’s Lt Cdr Howie San won the Orpheus prize, which is awarded for the team or individual who have made a significant contribution to submarine safety either at sea or in the support arena. His nomination was for the support he has given to Submarine Advisory Teams (SAT) over both his long career on a variety of platforms, as well as the recent training he has given to SATs prior to their deployment, and Submarine Element Coordinators as the role is revitalised by the Royal Navy.

This is a huge achievement for Howie to be recognised alongside his regular counterparts both at sea and shoreside, and reflects the growing understanding of what the RNR Submarine Operations specialisation brings to the fleet. BZ Howie and enjoy the celebrations! 🫡⚓️

Greater London Reserve Forces' & Cadets' Association

Royal Navy Reserves honoured for gallantry during rescue Three Royal Navy Reserve crews were honoured for a daring rescue of a yacht last summer.