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Jamaica’s Defence Force, ready to and capable of protecting Jamaica’s national interests and the well-being of Jamaican citizens.

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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
2 years
Chief of Defence Staff Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss Gorman shares a lighthearted moment with His Royal Highness Prince William at the Jamaica Officers Club Today.
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[1/2] On a recent patrol in the Mountain View area, members of the Jamaica Defence Force stopped to assist a female motorist who had a flat tyre. The soldiers proceeded to remove and replace the tyre before sending the motorist on her way and returning to their duties.
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Commodore A Wemyss-Gorman makes history by becoming the first woman to be appointed as the Acting Chief of Defence Staff of the JDF. This appointment is made whenever the Chief of Defence Staff is on leave or assumes duties which takes him out of country. #History #MilitaryWomen
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The 1st District Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard yesterday June 25, welcomed the arrival of the FCS 5009 Cutter, “HMJS Nanny of the Maroons” to its fleet. This latest acquisition forms part of the ongoing transformation of the JDF’s maritime capability.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Congratulatory message to the Chief of Defence Staff from the Prime Minister of Barbados - The Honourable Mia Mottley
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#Repost @macc_jdf —— The JDF AW rescued 24 persons who were trapped in flood waters at the intersection of Amity Hall and Golden Grove intersection. The Search and Rescue was lead by Maj L MOULTON and Lt O GORDON.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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#BritishMonarchy In the wee hours of the morning (3 May 2023), the Contingent marched from Waterloo Train Station to Wellington Barracks (approximately two (2) miles).  This area is home to some significant and historic British landmarks including:
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HAPPY 106TH BIRTHDAY MRS ENA COLLYMORE-WOODSTOCK!!! The Chief of Defence Staff Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss-Gorman, on behalf of the Jamaica Defence Force, conveys warmest birthday greetings to Mrs Ena Collymore - Woodstock on her 106th birthday.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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THE JDF RUNS FOR FUN! Today, the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) participated in the 25th staging of the Sagicor Sigma Corporate Run. A total of one hundred and twenty five (125) servicemembers from the Brigades across the Force participated.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Whenever the Jamaica Defence Force is entrusted with a space for any period of time, we try to leave it better than we found it. Thank you Cedar Grove Academy for allowing us to stay on your compound during our 2020 General Election duties. We look forward to future endeavours!
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The Jamaica Defence Force Air Wing and medical personnel from the Health Services Corps (HSC) conducted a Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) of a 42-year-old man who was in respiratory distress in the Guava Ridge, Mavis Bank area in St. Andrew this morning.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Just found, one shotgun and one AR15 A2 Assault Rifle with 19 live rounds. The weapons and ammunition were found at a location in August Town, by a JDF reconnaissance platoon team conducting a joint operation with the @JamaicaConstab . #JDF #GetTheGuns #SecuringJamaica
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Fifty six (56) Dominican Republic Fishermen who were caught illegally fishing in Jamaica’s Maritime space were deported on Saturday March 30, 2019. The JDF Coast Guard seized of over 55,000 pounds of illegal seafood catch, to include over 34,000 pounds of conch. #SecureJamaica
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#Repost @macc_jdf —— 🚢 Welcoming CG 427 to the Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard Fleet! She will be commissioned HMJS NORMAN MANLEY.⚓ Named after the Jamaican National Hero, The Right Excellent Norman Manley.
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From the JDF Coast Guard, to the JDF Air Wing to the Maritime Air and Cyber Command to Headquarters JDF; 30 years of steadfast and diligent service to the nation and the Force! Our Chief of Defence Staff, Rear Admiral Wemyss Gorman has covered it all. Bravo Zulu Ma’am.
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) deployed an element of its Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) to the Bull Bay community following the heavy flood rains experienced over the past few weeks.
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
Found... An Uzi Submachine gun with a magazine containing 22 live rounds and a Llama .45 pistol with 6 rounds. Both weapons were found in a house during an intel-driven, joint JCF-JDF operation in Linstead, St Catherine. #JDF #GetTheGuns #TakeBackJamaica #SecureJamaica
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The CDS took to the streets of the Parade Gardens ZOSO on Day 1 at the job to interact with the citizens of the community and the soldiers on the ground. #JDFStrong #JDFSoldier #CDSatWork #JDFForward
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The CDS continues her interaction with the troops by visiting those deployed in the Savanna-la-mar South ZOSO
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
In honour of #militarywomen serving in the Jamaica Defence Force, we would like to recognize Sergeant Samanthia Griffiths, the first female to train an all-male and mixed platoon since the JDF’s integration initiative. Photo by Ms Karema Henriques #JDF #ServeWithHonor
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Today, the Jamaica Defence Force celebrates the 47th anniversary of the enlistment of the first female Officers. On this day in 1976, five women - Grace Viola Barelay, Suzanne Antoinette Haik, Flore’Jer Ann Veriona Cameron, Gennis Marie Copeland and Yola Teresa Cain
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Jamaica Defence Force
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BRAVO ZULU REAR ADMIRAL WEMYSS-GORMAN!!! The Jamaica Defence Force salutes Chief of Defence Staff Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss-Gorman who will receive the prestigious Mona School of Business and Management’s (MSBM) 10th Anniversary Distinguished Alumnus Award.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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��Either push your limits or suffocate in your comfort zone.” -Arun Purang An Officer Cadet crawls through a tunnel during a rigorous assault course training. Photo by Lance Corporal Cordell Williams #JDFOfficer #JDF #Training
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Captain Kyle Ferguson of the Royal Canadian Air Force (second left) discusses with Captain Wayne Barrett of the Jamaica Defence Force (right), the state of preparations for the (Disaster Assistance Response Team) DART deployment to the Bahamas.
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#Repost @jdfcoastguard —— The 2nd Dist JDF CG salvaged a vessel 40 miles south of Black River on Sunday the 26th of November 2023. The vessel was towed to port as it was a hazard to navigation.
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
The JDF is currently on the ground in Horizon Park, Spanish Town providing ground and aerial support to the police following last night's attack on a police patrol team. Persons with information on incident are urged to call the confidential JDF tip line 876-837-8888.
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Jamaica Defence Force
1 year
Ever wondered how a bambi bucket operation is conducted? Here are some video highlights that show how the Jamaica Defence Force Air Wing (JDF AW), at the request of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), assisted with aerial firefighting services in the Irish Town area.
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
The Jamaica Defence Force salutes all #MilitaryWomen in the force. Today marks 44 years since females were able join the #JDF in service to the nation. Comment below about a female Servicemember that you are proud of. #ServeWithHonor #JoinTheJDF
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Jamaica Defence Force
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COMMISSIONED!!! The Jamaica Defence Force commissioned His Majesty's Jamaican Ship (HMJS) NORMAN MANLEY for service at today's Naming and Commissioning Ceremony held at the Port Royal Cruise Terminal.
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Jamaica Defence Force
1 year
FIT TO MARCH!!!! The Jamaica Defence Force's contingent to the Coronation of King Charles III are back on the trot. In the wee hours of the morning (3 May 2023), the Contingent marched from Waterloo Train Station to Wellington Barracks (approximately two (2) miles).
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Jamaica Defence Force
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WELCOME BELIZE!! The Belize Defence Force (BDF) contingent has arrived in Jamaica for Exercise Trogon Shield. This is the second and final contingent to arrive for the Exercise following the arrival of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) on Friday 29 March 2024.
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Jamaica Defence Force
1 year
Chief of Defence Staff Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss Gorman visited 105-year-old veteran Mrs Ena Collymore-Woodstock in Barbados earlier today. Mrs Woodstock is Jamaica's first woman Court Clerk, Crown Solicitor and Resident Magistrate.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Kings House Jamaica - Chief of Defence Staff, Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss Gorman attends the State Dinner being held as a part of the formalities for the visit of the President of the Republic of Rwanda, His Excellency Paul Kagame.
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
The new entrance to the Jamaica Defence Force's Up Park Camp, Cannon Ball Gate, was opened today, April 10, 2020. The New gate which is on Camp road, sits opposite to Arnold Road. #Update #JDFPublicServiceAnnouncement
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#Repost @JamaicaConstab —— The quick and decisive action of the Security Forces led to the rescue of Marlon Jones, who was reported missing on Thursday, August 31. Following the receipt of credible intelligence from multiple sources, including tips from the public,
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Jamaica Defence Force
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#Repost @jamaicagleaner —— Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss Gorman, the Chief of Defence Staff of the Jamaica Defence Force, makes her entrance at the 2023 Independence #GrandGala at the National Stadium in St. Andrew. #Jamaica61
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Jamaica Defence Force
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DIVING IN!! As the Paul Bogle or P8 rests in the watery depths of Portland, the Jamaica Defence Force is pleased that divers are already utilizing the vessel for the purpose that it was intended. Here we see breath-taking shots of divers exploring the vessel.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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STRIBE BY STRIDE! Team Jamaica Defence Force marches with determination along the route of the Sagicor Sigma Corporate Run 2024, showcasing unity and resilience in support of a brighter, healthier future. #jdfsoldiers #purestrength #noweakness #resilience #sagicorsigmarun
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The CDS believes in duty and service to the nation. #serviceaboveself Though new to the post since the work never stops neither will she.
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Chief of Defence Staff Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss- Gorman receives her Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Mona School of Business and Management (MSBM) at its 10th Anniversary Gala and Awards. Bravo Zulu Ma'am!!! #IndividualCompetence
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Ready to Fight COVID-19 The JDF is vigilant, ready and committed to fighting COVID-19. Together we can flatten the curve and beat this pandemic. Please observe the curfew. Stay home and stay in the fight! #JDFCOVID19Response #StayedAtHome #JaCOVID19
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Another day at the office for the 1st Dist JDF Coast Guard
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Kingston Harbour 🐬 @JDFSoldier
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Did you know that Jamaica Defence Force once had a Parachute Team? Two members of the once operational Jamaica Defence Force Parachute Team in 1983 descending from 10,000 feet over Up Park Camp, Kingston. #TBT #JDF
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Jamaica Defence Force
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CRIMINALS, the Joint Anti-Gang Task Force (JAGTF) wants to give you a way out! Tek time draw out yuh han from the lion mouth or else yuh might not only lose a finga, but yuh life. Call Crime Stop at 311, the NIB Tipline at 811 or the JDF Tipline at (876) 837-8888.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Jamaica Defence Force through the Maritime Air and Cyber Command (MACC) and the Support Brigade’s Military Working Dog Company collaborated with a wide-ranging multi-agency team to interdict a shipment of cocaine at the Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited this morning.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Rolling Out!!! #JDF #JDFSoldier
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
Lunch is served JNSC recruits demonstrate what they learnt from bush training, a phase of the training is geared towards teaching soldiers how to live off the land in varied survival scenarios. Photo by Miss Karema Henriques #JDF #TrainedAndReady
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Jamaica Defence Force
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WE FLY FOR ALL! Video highlight from the Jamaica Defence Force Air Wing (JDF AW) aerial firefighting support rendered to the Jamaica Fire Brigade in extinguishing a bush fire in the Mavis Bank area over the weekend.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Members of the JDF Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) exit the Canadian Forces C-130 Hercules aircraft in Abaco to begin relief activities. The DART was deployed as a part of Jamaica’s relief and recovery effort to assist the Bahamas after the passage of Hurricane Dorian.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Lieutenant General Meade was inducted into the International Hall of Fame at the US Army Command and General Staff College on April 4, 2019. This honour is given in recognition of outstanding military achievement and service in the armed forces. Photos courtesy of @USACGSC
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#Repost @JDFCMA —— #CMASPOTLIGHT The Caribbean Military Academy would like to congratulate Capt M PALMER for completing his Flight Instructor Course on the Bell 505.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Flown under the Pink #Supermoon and providing air surveillance on the seventh day of the all-island curfew is the Jamaica Defence Force's Bell 429 helicopter flown by Captains Lucien Moulton and Denver Ennis. Photo by: @taylor2nd #JDFCOVID19Response
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Bull Bay, St Thomas. The JDF has sent in troops to support the police as part of a joint mission to end crime and gang activity in Bull Bay. We will be here for as long as it takes. #TakeBackBullBay
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Members of the Security Forces continue to maintain a strong presence in various hotspots across the island, as operational activities surge.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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LONG RUN SHORT KETCH!  The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) and the Jamaica Constabulary Force's (JCF) relentless pursuit of Nesta ‘Bigga Crime’ Morrison climaxed earlier today when Morrison was fatally shot following a target raid conducted by the JDF and the
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Jamaica Defence Force
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On Friday January 21, 2022 the Change of Command Parade that saw Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss Gorman ascend to the seat of Chief Of Defence Staff, succeeding Lieutenant General Rocky Meade was held at the Parade Grounds at Up Park Camp.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The #COVID19 pandemic has impacted our daily lives in many ways. It has placed many restrictions on us and created #PhysicallyDistance among friends and loved ones. But that shouldn't stop you from connecting with each other.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Do you have 5 CXC's including Mathematics and English Language? Do you have 2 A-Levels/CAPE Units 1 & 2? Are you wondering what is your next move? Consider joining the JDF as a Commission Officer. Send your resume and application letter to so1j1.pa @jdf .mil.jm TODAY!!! #JDF
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
Over the past week in four separate incidents across western Jamaica, the Security Forces recovered six weapons, inclusive of a Glock, Taurus and Colt pistol, approximately 36 rounds of ammunition and six magazines.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The JDF AW today celebrated 57 years of existence and valuable service to the country. The day’s activities started with a March Past by the Unit which took them past HQ JDF, where a salute was taken by Cdre Wemyss-Gorman, Force Executive Officer.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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HIGH-POWERED RIFLE SEIZED, FIFTY-FIVE LIVES SAVED The security forces seized an M4 assault rifle, fitted with a scope along with other paraphernalia in the Mountain View area during a targeted raid earlier this morning.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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#Repost @thejamaicaregt —— #Training is one of the most important pillars in the Profession of Arms. The Jamaica Defence Force in its continuous efforts to strengthen its bonds with other Armed Forces around the world, embarked on Exercise Red Stripe.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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On Mon 26 Dec 22 members of the Maritime Air and Cyber Command of the Jamaica Defence Force, intercepted a vessel transporting nineteen (19) large and carefully prepared bales of a substance believed to be cocaine.
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The swift and decisive actions of the Joint Anti-Gang Taskforce (JAGTF) led to the arrest of five men, including one who was wanted for murder, during a deliberate operation conducted in Maverley, Kingston on Saturday 9 September 2023.
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FIREFIGHT BETWEEN SECURITY FORCES AND MULTIPLE GUNMEN IN DENHAM TOWN  Members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) and members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) came under contact along Oxford Street, Denham Town on Friday 6 October 2023.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The JDF officially opened the Cannon Ball Gate entrance to it’s Up Park Camp base, on July 21, 2020. The Cannon Ball Gate is the main gate for servicemembers, civilian staff and persons doing business with the JDF to enter and exit the base.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Jamaica National Reserves were recently called out and deployed in various hot spots acros the island. It is intended that the additional numbers will bolster the fight against the recent spike in violent crimes.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Security Forces continue its relentless pursuit of guns, gunmen and gangs to cauterize crime and safeguard the citizens of Jamaica. On Monday 1 January 2024, the swift and decisive action of members of the Jamaica Defence Force and the Jamaica Constabulary Force led to the
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Jamaica Defence Force
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#HAPPENINGNOW Chief of Defence Staff Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss Gorman visits servicemembers at the Force Catering Centre, Up Park Camp. It is a Christmas tradition for the Chief to visit servicemembers on Christmas Day who are unable to fully celebrate with their families.
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Heartiest congratulations to Corporal BROWN, Omar who has successfully completed the Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Course at the Naval School Explosive Ordinance Disposal. Cpl Brown's participation in this course is directly aligned with the JDF's mission to build the
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Today the JDF staged a walkathon event dubbed 'Step for Vets'. The event, which was led by the Jamaica Regiment, ran between the hours of 12 and 2 pm. Various teams started the walk at different locations across the island to include Barbican, Heroes Circle and Ocho Rios.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Do you remember your first Jamaica Military Tattoo? Do you remember the sights, the sounds, the thrill? Let's make some new and better memories in 2022 together! #JMT2022 #TheBIGEvent #JDFSoldier
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
Who remembers the old JDF uniform? A member of the #JDF demonstrates the versatility of the old JDF Disruptive Pattern Material (DPM) uniform by using his trousers as a floatation device during a swimming training. In 2015, the DPM was replaced by the Digital Combat Uniform.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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A member of the Jamaica Defence Force shares his lunch with this homeless man during a patrol in Downtown Kingston yesterday.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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Over the past 72 hours, members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) have been out providing security for todays General Elections. Our mission is to ensure that Jamaica has a free, fair and safe Election 2020.
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#Repost @jdfsoldier —— The keenly contested 4x25m Combat Open Relay was intense and electrifying. This race required the participants to swim in the Digital Combat Uniform (DCU) with a jerry can and webbing.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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#HAPPENINGNOW The Force gathers for prayer as we embark on a new year of service to our nation. #JDFSunriseservice
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Jamaica Defence Force Air Wing (JDF AW) on October 30 changed its Land Force Digital Combat Uniform (DCU) to the dark blue naval version which was formerly worn only by the Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard.
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Jamaica Defence Force
3 years
Please note the following.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Jamaica Defence Force Air Wing (JDF AW) assisted the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) with aerial firefighting support over the weekend. The JDF remains ready to serve our fellow citizens and our partner agencies. #jamaicadefenceforce #maritimeairandcybercommand #JDFAW
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Security Forces have once again nabbed success in its pursuit of the guns, gunmen and gangs as the lawmen continue to safeguard Jamaica and its citizens. On Tuesday 9 January 2024, the members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) and the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF)
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Jamaica Defence Force
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GI DEM A UPDATE! Here are some of our operational finds over the period 1 - 31 Jan 24. We are grateful for the support of our law abiding citizens and continue to solicit your help in creating a safer Jamaica.
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Jamaica Defence Force
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UZI SUBMACHINE GUN RECOVERED IN CHESTNUT LANE On Tue 2 Jan 24, members of the Joint Force responded to loud explosions within the Chestnut Lane area of the Denham Town Zone of Special Operation (ZOSO). The team observed a group of men with weapons running towards
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Chief of Defence Staff Lieutenant General Rocky Meade greeting members of the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) at the Alpha 1, JDF Manley Base, before their departure to the Bahamas. #HurricaneDorian #BrighterDaysBahamas
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
The Jamaica Defence Force invites suitably qualified persons to enlist in the JDF, to fill the following positions. Interested persons are invited to submit their application letters and resumes to so1j1.pa @jdf .mil.jm. #JDF #Careers #JobAlert
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Jamaica Defence Force
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The Jamaica Defence Force joins all Jamaicans, at home and abroad in  celebration of the 61st year of Jamaica’s Independence. Today we reflect on the hard work of our former servicemembers whose dedication and service has contributed greatly to our Independence,
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Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
[1/3] The JDF Air Wing conducted an emergency Medical Evacuation on June 5, 2020, after receiving reports that a patient at the Savanna-la-mar Public General Hospital was in critical condition and needed to be transported to the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) further treatment.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
Officer Cadets demonstrate a drill during a recent drill exercise at the Caribbean Infantry Training Centre, Newcastle. If you think you have what it takes to serve as a Commissioned Officer in the JDF send your resume and application letter to so1j1.pa @jdf .mil.jm
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
2 years
On Sat Jan 22, 2022, @JDFSoldier CDS, RAdm Antonette Wemyss Gorman engaged with @Southcom Commander Gen. Laura Richardson & @DCGuard1802 Maj. Gen. Sherrie McCandless on U.S. & Jamaica’s defense partnership in regional & local issues.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
7 months
#HAPPENINGNOW Team JDF warms up for the road!! Team JDF is out in full force for the ICWI Pink Run in Hope Gardens this morning. Here are a few highlights from the warm ups. We'll keep up with the team as they double march through the Hope Gardens and Hope Pastures areas.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
8 months
Reposted @jdfcoastguard The JDF Coast Guard plays a vital role in combating IUU (Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated) fishing in the waters surrounding Jamaica.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
[1/2] Members of the JDF and @JamaicaConstab move to establish several checkpoints throughout the Kingston Central and Western Police Divisions, where a State of Public Emergency was declared this morning.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
2 years
Today, the Joint Anti-Gang Task Force (JAGTF) was officially launched by Chief of Defence Staff Rear Admiral (RAdm) Wemyss Gorman and Commissioner of Police Major General Anderson. Call 867-837-8888 or 811 and share information to assist in the fight against gangs.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
The Caribbean Military Maritime Training Centre (CMMTC) has the most advanced Bridge Simulator in the Caribbean. The simulator is used to deliver the highest levels of accuracy and realism in the dynamic maritime training environment.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
4 years
In honour of #MilitaryWomen serving in the Jamaica Defence Force, we would like to recognize then Able Bodied Seaman (AB) Kathleen Rowe.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
5 years
#HappeningNow The Chief of Defence Staff Lieutenant General Rocky Meade converses with Captain Michael Brown from the Canadian Armed Forces at the Alpha 1, JDF Manley Base.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
2 months
A fishing vessel was intercepted by the Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard on Saturday 23 March 2024 and its occupants were detained for illegal fishing. Upon boarding the vessel and conducting the necessary searches, thirty thousand pounds (30,000 lbs) of fish was found.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
11 months
#Repost @JamaicaConstab —— The Jamaica Defence Force joins the St Catherine North Police for the launch of a major operation in the Linstead Town Centre and it’s environs. This is in relation to wanted men, persons of interest, and suspected extortionists.
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@JDFSoldier
Jamaica Defence Force
1 year
A joint security operation between the Jamaica Defence Force and the Jamaica Constabulary Force has led to the fatal shooting of wanted man Nesta “Zaddo” Gallimore in Spot Valley, St James.
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