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JUDGING CRITERIA

Discover the past. Build skills. Represent your unit. 

Judging Criteria  


There is no specific format – this is left to entrants to decide.   Entries will be assessed against the following:

  • Relevance: Connection to Royal Marines heritage and ethos.
  • Originality: Creativity and uniqueness of the submission.
  • Effort and Presentation: Quality, clarity, and professionalism.
  • Understanding: Demonstrated knowledge or insight into the subject.
  • Impact: Ability to engage, inform, or inspire.
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AWARDS

  • The Portsmouth Cup will be awarded to the overall winning unit or detachment.
  • A prize of £1,000 will be awarded to each category winner.
  • Royal Marines Historical Society Certificates or commendations will be awarded for category winners and notable entries.
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SUBMISSIONS

  • Entries are to be submitted via the relevant chain of command.  
    • For Sea Cadets via RMCRSM at rmcrsm@ms-sc.org
    • For VCC via
    • For CCF via RMYT WO at Navy People-CCF RMYT WO
  • Deadline for submission is Monday 7 September 2026.  
  • The winners will be announced at the Royal Navy Museum’s Heritage Open Day on 3 October.
  • Winning entries may be displayed in the Royal Marines Experience Museum (at the discretion of the Director of Operations)