Coastal Ranger Command | |
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Kystjegerkommandoen | |
Active | 2001- current |
Country | Norway |
Branch | Royal Norwegian Navy |
Type | Commando |
Size | 130-140 Operators[1] |
Part of | Royal Norwegian Navy |
Garrison/HQ | Harstad |
Engagements | Operation Enduring Freedom Operation Harekate Yolo ISAF Destruction of Syria's chemical weapons Resolute Support Mission Operation Active Endeavour |
Decorations | United States Commendation Medal |
Kystjegerkommandoen (English: "Coastal Ranger Command", or KJK) is a unit in the Royal Norwegian Navy. KJK is a marine commando unit trained to operate in littoral combat theatres, filling the role of marines and coastal artillery.
The unit consists of coastal rangers and vessel operators. Home base is at Trondenes in Harstad Municipality in North Norway.