Securing our Modern Life Lines

By Cdr Mike Dalzell RNR

Message from the Editor

Expanding upon his previous writing on the theme of maritime homeland defence, the author argues for a more proactive approach by the RN to tackle an increasing array of ‘grey zone’ threats. A 20 minute read.

“Then what can I do for you, all you Big Steamers, Oh, what can I do for your comfort and good?” “Send out your big warships to watch your big waters, That no one may stop us from bringing you food.” Extract from ‘Big Steamers’ by Rudyard Kipling, 1911. The Royal Navy and Merchant Navy were critical to securing the lifelines of this island nation during both world wars, allowing free passage of the food, fuel, raw materials, and vital war equipment needed to keep the nation fighting. And, in the Second World War, those same life lines enabled this island to become the springboard for a second…

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