Royal British Legion - Larne Branch

19/07/2025

This year marks a momentous occasion as The Royal British Legion in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland officially celebrate their Centenary, now formally recognised as a full part of the National RBL movement.

As we commemorate 80 years since the end of World War II, we pause to honour the memory of those who served, those who sacrificed, and the few veterans who remain with us today.

We are proud to announce that The Royal British Legion will be performing at this year’s Tattoo, joining us in tribute, remembrance, and unity. Don’t miss this powerful moment of reflection and celebration.

🌺 "We will remember them."

Book your tickets here: https://belfastinternationaltattoo.com/tickets/

14/07/2025

13/07/2025

Great day down at islandbridge

03/07/2025

HELP REQUESTED

The Royal British Legion are reaching out for members' assistance to lay to rest the late Sapper Alan MciLraine Royal Engineers of Larne who recently passed away.

The funeral will be taking place on Monday 7th July at 11.00am in the grounds of Craigyhill Cemetery 84 Upper Cairncastle Rd, Larne BT40 2HP.

01/07/2025

The Battle of the Somme (1 July - 18 November 1916) was a joint operation between British and French forces intended to achieve a decisive victory over the Germans on the Western Front. For many in Britain, the resulting battle remains the most painful and infamous episode of the First World War.

In December 1915, Allied commanders had met to discuss strategies for the upcoming year and agreed to launch a joint French and British attack in the region of the River Somme in the summer of 1916. Intense German pressure on the French at Verdun throughout 1916 made action on the Somme increasingly urgent and meant the British would take on the main role in the offensive.

The British had some success in the south, where the 30th and 18th (Eastern) Divisions took all of their objectives around Montauban and the 7th Division captured Mametz. At Thiepval, the 36th (Ulster) Division seized the Schwaben Redoubt, but was forced to withdraw because of lack of progress on its left and right. French forces operating to the south of the River Somme also achieved some success.

These limited gains came at a high cost. The first day of the Somme was the deadliest day in British military history – of the 57,470 British casualties, 19,240 men had been killed. But there was no question of suspending the offensive with the French still heavily engaged at Verdun. Ultimately the Battle of the Somme would continue for another four months. It became an attritional battle of limited territorial gain, but one that taught British commanders important lessons for later fighting on the Western Front.

01/07/2025

The Chairman, Officers, Committee and Members of The Royal British Legion Larne Branch would like to invite all to join them in remembering all those who paid the ultimate sacrifice 109 years ago on the battle fields of the somme.
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At the Larne War Memorial at 0930 am on the 1st July.

01/07/2025

The evening before the Battle of the Somme, which began on July 1, 1916, saw British troops bracing for the attack after a week of intense bombardment. Many soldiers were given rum, with some becoming heavily intoxicated, while others, like one soldier who recounted the experience, chose to remain sober. The bombardment, which began on June 24th, aimed to cripple the German defenses, but it was hampered by poor weather and limited counter-battery fire. Despite the bombardment, the British were optimistic about a "rapid advance".

30/06/2025

Reminder of tonight's meeting - details below ⤵️

The Royal British Legion - Larne Branch Chairman invites Branch members in good standing to attend an Information Meeting.

🗓 Monday 30 June 2025
🕢 1930hrs
📍 Church Halls, Old Presbyterian Church of Larne & Kilwaughter

For any queries or to send apologies, please email [email protected], contact 07771 925546, or message this page.

21/06/2025

AFD 2025

21/06/2025

20/06/2025

𝗔𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 – 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲
𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 | 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟭 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 | 𝟭𝟬.𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺

Leaving the Newtownards War Memorial at 10.30am

Parade route:

The War Memorial , Court Square – Court Street - South Street to Conway Square – turn right onto High Street – Old Cross – Castle Street – Portaferry Road to Newtownards Airfield.

The parade will then enter the airfield and participate in a Drumhead Service, Flag Raising and Gun Salute at 11.30am.

We look forward to seeing many of you their.

06/03/2025

Tomorrow Antrim RBL remembers Sappers Mark Quinsey and Patrick Azimkar.

We will remember them. 🌺

Tomorrow the Officers and Members of Antrim Royal British Legion will hold their annual service of Remembrance to Sappers Mark Quinsey and Patrick Azimkar in Market Square Antrim at 11am.

We will remember them.