The Patron Armed Forces Initiative, supports current or retired members of the British Armed Forces who continue to defend freedom and our way of life, and who are facing difficulties as a result of their service.
Since 2010, we have raised approximately £5.3m for the Royal Marines Charity.
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On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, a day of remembrance and respect, Keith Breslauer joined the RMA Paddle Group alongside 19 serving and veteran Royal Marines intending to paddle 87.5 nautical miles across the English Channel in folding Klepper Kayaks. Due to strong currents and high winds, the team paddled a total of over 108 nautical miles (over 200km). The first leg was followed by a littoral paddle of the Allied landing beaches, culminating in a re-enactment of the landings at Sword Beach along with 47 Commando Unit.
The paddle was organised by Royal Marine veterans, Lee Waters, Joe Maynard with Chris Maynard, and serving and old friends. The team had tremendous support from the Royal Marines Charity and an extensive team of exceptional people.
It was an honour for Patron to take part in these events alongside some of those who lived through D-Day all those years ago. Patron was the matching sponsor to the Paddle Group and help them in their efforts.
Patron is pleased to have supported this challenge for serving soldiers and veterans alike, highlighting the importance of global unity and peace, and giving us a solemn appreciation of the bravery of those who served to defend our freedom.
We look forward to our continued Partnership with the RMA and the adventures to come in 2024.
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