Barbados Defence Force

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The Barbados Defence Force is the name given to the combined armed forces of Barbados. The BDF was established in 1979, and has responsibility for the territorial defence and internal security of the island.

There are three main components of the BDF:

• Force Headquarters
• The Barbados Regiment - this is the main land force component, and encompasses both regular and reserve units.
• Barbados Coast Guard - this is the maritime element, with responsibility for patrolling Barbados' territorial waters.

 

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