A ROYAL MARINE'S EPITAPH

O'Lord I've not been too careful in the things I've said and done,

I've boasted too much of my nights on the spree,

and the games of pontoon I've won.

But I've always done my duty, no matter where it may be,

ashore with gallant commandos or out with the fleet at sea.

So when Gabriel blows his last trumpet, and the reaper, his harvest doth glean, remember, if I've been a sinner, at least God I've been a Marine.

THE ROYAL MARINES PRAYER

O Eternal Lord God, who through many generations hast united and inspired the members of our Corps, grant thy blessing, we beseech thee, on Royal Marines serving all around the Globe.

Bestow Thy Crown Of Righteousness upon all our efforts and endeavours, and may our Laurels be those of gallantry and honour, loyalty and courage. We ask these things in the name of Him, whose courage never failed, our Redeemer, Jesus Christ.

Amen