Captain General Royal Marines


The Captain General Royal Marines is the ceremonial head of the Royal Marines. The uniform and insignia worn by the Captain General are those of a Royal Marines Colonel or higher depending on the appointees current or previously held rank. This position is distinct from that of the Commandant General Royal Marines, the professional head. The Captain General is appointed by the Monarch of the United Kingdom.

History

The ceremonial head of the Royal Marines was the Colonel in Chief until the title changed to Captain General in 1948.

Post holders

The post has been held by the following: