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Armed Forces — Republic of Newfoundland

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Republic of Newfoundland

Armed Forces

Defending sovereignty, protecting our people, and contributing to North Atlantic security.

Overview

The Armed Forces of the Republic of Newfoundland are responsible for defending national sovereignty, protecting territorial integrity, and contributing to collective security in the North Atlantic. As a founding member of NATO and the Six Eyes Alliance, Newfoundland maintains professional, well-trained forces across all domains.

Our Armed Forces consist of naval, air, land, maritime safety, special operations, and cyber defence components, all unified under national command while maintaining close cooperation with allied nations.

Branches & Commands

Newfoundland Armed Forces

Unified command structure and joint operations

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Royal Newfoundland Navy

Maritime defence, patrol, and naval operations

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Royal Newfoundland Air Force

Air defence, surveillance, and aviation operations

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Newfoundland Army

Land forces, garrison defence, and ground operations

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Newfoundland Coast Guard

Maritime safety, search & rescue, and coastal patrol

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Special Operations Command

Elite counter-terrorism and Arctic special operations

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Cyber Defence Directorate

Information security, cyber warfare, and digital defence

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Military Bases & Facilities

Strategic installations across Newfoundland

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Armed Forces History

Military heritage from 1795 to present day

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Recruitment & Careers

Join the Newfoundland Armed Forces

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