The Barbados Defence Force is the island's primary protector from internal and external threats. The main base is at St. Ann's Fort at the Garrison in St. Michael. It is interesting to note that Barbados has never been invaded by another country. Furthermore, at the main headquarters at St. Ann's Fort, there is a state of the art decompression chamber for the treatment of diving accidents and other illnesses. To read more about the decompression chamber, see our related articles below.
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The Barbados Defence Force.
This is the official name given to the combined armed forces of Barbados.
Established on August 15th, 1979.
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Territorial defence and internal security of the island.
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| Components |
The Barbados Regiment: main land force; encompasses regular and reserve
units
Barbados Coast Guard: maritime element; responsible for patrol of Barbados'
territorial waters, drug interdiction and humanitarian and life-saving
exercises.
Barbados Cadet Corp.: Military youth organization; includes infantry and sea
cadets.
Force Headquarters: administrative and logistical support for entire force.
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Sources: Wikipedia
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