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HMS Illustrious sent a birthday message to her Majesty the Queen, on her 80th Birthday
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HMS Illustrious sent a birthday message to her Majesty the Queen, on her 80th Birthday
The Ships Company and Carrier Air Group of HMS Illustrious took time out of their busy schedules to wish Her Majesty The Queen a very Happy 80th Birthday. The Fleet Flagship and her Task Group were transiting the Red Sea on their way to the Indian Ocean for a 4-month deployment. The birthday message, which was spelt out on the 200m flight deck, required some 500 Sailors and Airmen, representing over half of the total Ships Company. HMS Illustrious has a strong Royal connection having been launched by the late Princess Margaret and Her Majesty The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh most recently visited her for an official reception during a State visit to Malta last November.
HMS Illustrious was leading a Task Group which included the Type 42 destroyer HMS Gloucester and the Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel RFA Fort Victoria, one of the Royal Navys most capable replenishment ships. France also allocated one of her most up-to-date frigates, the FS Surcouf, to the deployment, as part of the ongoing co-operation between British and French military forces.
The long-planned deployment was in support the international coalition in the region and contributed towards regional maritime stability. Additionally it demonstrated Britains ability to deploy, operate and sustain a maritime strike force, reinforcing the Governments commitment to the stability and security of the Mediterranean and the Indian Ocean through engagement with countries in the regions
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In this photo print, the crew of HMS Illustrious can be seen sending a heartfelt birthday message to Her Majesty The Queen on her 80th birthday. Despite being in the midst of a busy 4-month deployment in the Indian Ocean, the Fleet Flagship and her Task Group took time out to show their appreciation for their monarch. The impressive display was created on the ship's 200m flight deck, spelling out "Happy Birthday" with the help of around 500 sailors and airmen from over half of the total Ships Company. This gesture holds great significance as HMS Illustrious has strong ties to royalty, having been launched by Princess Margaret and visited by Her Majesty The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh during an official reception last November. Leading a Task Group that included HMS Gloucester, RFA Fort Victoria, and even France's FS Surcouf frigate as part of British-French military cooperation, HMS Illustrious showcased Britain's ability to deploy and sustain a maritime strike force. This long-planned deployment not only supported international coalition efforts but also contributed towards regional maritime stability. Through engagement with countries in both the Mediterranean and Indian Ocean regions, this mission demonstrated Britain's commitment to maintaining stability and security. As captured in this photo print, it serves as a testament to the dedication and professionalism of those serving aboard HMS Illustrious.
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