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Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Charity rowers back after Atlantic record attempt
A rower has said it is "absolutely incredible" to be back on land after returning from a world-record attempt across the Atlantic Ocean. Jack Jarvis, from Hamble in Hampshire, and his team, United We Conquer, made of rowers David Bruce, Sam Edwards and Adam Radcliffe, returned to Hampshire earlier, after a 3,500-mile (5,630 km) journey from New York. Their challenge has raised £100,000 for Head Up, a mental health charity for the UK armed forces community. Jarvis is hoping for confirmation the team has beaten the official record for distance rowed in 24 hours, which is currently 116.76 nautical miles (134.37 miles /216.24 km). He said: "After living off five hours sleep a day, rowing 12 hours, dehydrated, hungry, to be back on land, seeing all my friends and family is absolutely incredible." Jarvis already holds the world record for being the first person to row single-handed across the Atlantic from mainland Europe to mainland North America non-stop, which he achieved in 111 days, 12 hours and 22 minutes. The team aimed to break the 43-day world record for the North Atlantic route. He said the journey had posed some risks. "We had a capsize, we had an electrical fire, so pretty much everything that could go wrong, went wrong," Jarvis said. "But I have a strong team and we were able to finish, you know, we were able to finish what we started." The rowers were met by a crowd of supporters at Hamble, including Jarvis's mother, Debs Rolfe. He described it as a "real amazing turnout" and said "a massive thank you to my hometown Hamble and everyone that's come down from further afield". You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram. More on this story Charity rowers eye Atlantic crossing record Record-breaking rower survives parachute disaster Solo rower completes Atlantic challenge Guinness World Records
BBC News
17 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Hamble rower and team back on land after Atlantic crossing
A rower has said it is "absolutely incredible" to be back on land after returning from a world-record attempt across the Atlantic Jarvis, from Hamble in Hampshire, and his team, United We Conquer, made of rowers David Bruce, Sam Edwards and Adam Radcliffe, returned to Hampshire earlier, after a 3,500-mile (5,630 km) journey from New challenge has raised £100,000 for Head Up, a mental health charity for the UK armed forces is hoping for confirmation the team has beaten the official record for distance rowed in 24 hours, which is currently 116.76 nautical miles (134.37 miles /216.24 km). He said: "After living off five hours sleep a day, rowing 12 hours, dehydrated, hungry, to be back on land, seeing all my friends and family is absolutely incredible."Jarvis already holds the world record for being the first person to row single-handed across the Atlantic from mainland Europe to mainland North America non-stop, which he achieved in 111 days, 12 hours and 22 team aimed to break the 43-day world record for the North Atlantic said the journey had posed some risks."We had a capsize, we had an electrical fire, so pretty much everything that could go wrong, went wrong," Jarvis said."But I have a strong team and we were able to finish, you know, we were able to finish what we started." The rowers were met by a crowd of supporters at Hamble, including Jarvis's mother, Debs described it as a "real amazing turnout" and said "a massive thank you to my hometown Hamble and everyone that's come down from further afield". You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Watford rowers smash record as they battle storms in Atlantic crossing
A team of veterans and an adventurer have smashed a world record as they row across the Atlantic in a challenge that has seen them battle storms and capsize. Jack Jarvis, David 'Brucey' Bruce, Sam 'Nutty' Edwards, and Adam Radclife set out on the 3,500-mile journey from New York to Southampton on June 19 and are expected to reach the British coast on Friday or Saturday. Only 11 such crossings have ever been completed in human history, and the four had already broken the world record for the distance rowed in 24 hours by the 12th day. The team, rowing as Team United We Conquer, covered 140 nautical miles, smashing the previous record of 116 miles, having manned the oars in continuous three-hour shifts. Left to right: Adam, Jack, Brucey, Nutty (Image: United We Conquer) The team are burning 8,000 calories a day with limited rations and no support boat. Three storms have battered their tiny vessel, and six days were spent stuck in place with a parachute anchor as extreme weather made rowing impossible and navigation systems failed. Adam and Jack are originally from Watford, with Adam, 28, growing up in Chorleywood and attending St Clement Danes School before moving to Bovingdon. Despite a strong start, disaster struck on day seven as the boat capsized in violent seas and hurled the Watford pair into the freezing Atlantic. Motivating them is the target of raising £50,000 for a veteran retreat centre for charity Head Up, which offers a lifeline for former servicepeople who survived war zones but are struggling back home. View the fundraising page here Jack, David, and Sam have served in the British Army or Royal Marines, and one of David's close friends took his own life this year. Watford man arrested in crackdown on anti-social supercar driving Anger as lift breakdown leaves residents 'prisoners in own homes'Adam is an adventurer and digital creator who is using his platform to help amplify the cause during the row. Team United We Conquer on the open ocean (Image: United We Conquer) Data shows 253 UK military veterans die by suicide annually and the charity provides mental health support and resilience training to help fight the trend. Their target has already been broken, with £76,000 already set to go towards crisis calls, counselling sessions, and building the retreat centre, but the hope is that even more will be donated before they reach the shore. Open ocean image from the row (Image: United We Conquer) Adam has been sharing videos recorded on the open ocean as the vessel progresses across the 3,500-mile route and supporters can track live progress through the fundraiser's website. Visit to donate. Team United We Conquer rowing out from New York (Image: United We Conquer) Team United We Conquer rowing out from New York (Image: United We Conquer)
Daily Record
24-06-2025
- General
- Daily Record
Scots 'Birthplace' of modern commandos to become site of new heritage centre
The new centre would sit beside the Commando Memorial, which attracts 100,000 visitors a year A multi-million pound heritage centre could soon rise in the Highlands, paying tribute to the birthplace of modern commando and special forces training. The ambitious plan, unveiled by the newly formed International Commando Heritage Trust, aims to build a 'discrete' centre near the iconic Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge, north of Fort William. Lochaber, long recognised for its dramatic mountain terrain and wartime legacy, played a pivotal role during World War Two. It was here that thousands of elite troops from Britain and its allied nations, including Norway, France, Belgium and Poland, underwent commando training that would shape the future of special operations worldwide. The centrepiece of this training was Achnacarry Castle, the ancestral home of Clan Cameron chiefs, located about 15 miles northeast of Fort William. In early 1942, the castle and surrounding estate were transformed into the UK's first Commando Basic Training Centre. Volunteers arrived at Spean Bridge railway station and marched seven miles through the Highlands to Achnacarry, passing the very spot where the Commando Memorial now stands. Training was unforgiving, involving live ammunition and relentless physical challenges. Those who didn't pass were sent back to their units by the next train south. By the time the centre closed in 1946, around 26,000 soldiers from the UK, US and across Europe had passed through its demanding programme. Many went on to serve with distinction in theatres around the globe. During the war, 1,700 commandos lost their lives and many more were seriously wounded. Eight were awarded the Victoria Cross. Today, the Commando Memorial stands as a powerful symbol of that legacy. Unveiled by Queen Elizabeth in September 1952, it was the result of a national design competition for Scottish sculptors. The winning entry by Scott Sutherland was cast by H H Martyn Ltd of Cheltenham. The 17ft (5.2m) bronze monument features three commandos in full World War Two gear, gazing south towards Ben Nevis. Beneath their feet, the inscription reads 'United We Conquer', with a front-facing plaque that states: 'In memory of the officers and men of the commandos who died in the Second World War 1939–1945. This country was their training ground.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Retired Colonel Barry Barnwell of the International Commando Heritage Trust described the region as the 'ancestral birthplace' of all modern special forces units. 'Almost every modern-day commando or special forces around the world, particularly our allied nations and ourselves, can trace their heritage back to training in Scotland, particularly at Achnacarry,' he told BBC Radio's Good Morning Scotland programme. The proposed heritage centre would be located just beside the memorial, which currently draws around 100,000 visitors each year. Until recently, the only permanent tribute to the commandos was a small exhibition at the nearby Spean Bridge Hotel, run by volunteers. Now, the trust is working to secure political and community support, as well as backing from military leaders. The Commando Association and Royal Marines Association have already voiced their support for the project, and conversations are underway with potential funding partners.
