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Gurkhas deployed to help fight UK wildfires

The military has been called in to support South Wales Fire and Rescue Service as firefighters tackle blazes in 10-11 hour shifts

The Independent UK

In 1879, thousands of Zulu warriors attacked 150 British soldiers. The Battle of Rorke's Drift ended after 12 hours and the tiny garrison survived

At Rorke's Drift, a valiant group of British soldiers held their ground for an incredible twelve hours against a fierce onslaught of Zulu warriors, resulting from the crushing defeat at Isandlwana. They cleverly built temporary defenses to withstand relentless attacks, and their extraordinary courage was honored with eleven Victoria Crosses,…

The Economic Times

Teenage recruits report rape and abuse at British Army training college

Four young women say they suffered sexual abuse and harassment while attending the Army Foundation College at Harrogate

The Independent UK

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King Charles, Prince William pay tribute to ex-British soldier Nirmal Purja killed in Pakistan avalanche

King Charles III and Prince William have paid heartfelt tributes to celebrated Nepal-born British mountaineer Nirmal Purja after he was killed in a devastating avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak, praising his military service, extraordinary climbing achievements and lasting legacy in the world of mountaineering.

The Times of India

Who was Nirmal Purja? Nepali-British mountaineer and Netflix star killed in Broad Peak avalanche

Prince William leads tributes to mountaineer who pushed limits of human endurance

The Independent UK

Sir Alf Ramsey: England's silent knight

He led England to the World Cup 60 years ago today, but remains misunderstood. In spite of his middle-class image, the Three Lions boss overcame racism, poverty and war to become a legend

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Princess Anne lays wreath for fallen British soldiers at Korean War memorial

The Princess Royal visited the expansive United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Busan

The Independent UK

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Anne visits South Korea to mark 75th anniversary of Battle of Imjin River

The Princess Royal is carrying out engagements in the republic before heading to Thailand on Thursday on her long-haul overseas tour.

Evening Standard

King celebrates achievements of Royal Regiment of Scotland on 20th anniversary

Charles revealed the bronze reclining lion guarding the regiment’s cap badge in Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens

Evening Standard

Bremont debuts a trilogy of military-approved watches for the Army, Navy and RAF

Bremont’s HMAF collection is designed for use by His Majesty’s Armed Forces

"People went, 'That's woke.' Well, go f*** yourself." Elvis Costello explains why he's rewritten the most controversial lyric in his provocative 1979 single Oliver's Army and is playing it live again

Oliver's Army is back in Elvis Costello's live shows: here's why

Louder

Queen Camilla Gives Queen Elizabeth’s Favorite Bag a Summery Floral Upgrade

The Queen paired the same pink coat dress she wore to Harry and Meghan's wedding with a new clutch.

Marie Claire

British soldier dies in training accident in Iraq

Defence secretary John Healey made an announcement in the House of Commons

The Independent UK

Member of British Army dies in training accident in Iraq

Defence Secretary John Healey said the family have been informed

Evening Standard

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Female Soldier’s Horrific Passing After King Charles Performance Fuels Fresh Horse Show Scrutiny

“Her loss also raises uncomfortable questions about the dangers inherent in the ceremonial tradition,” a source said.

The Independent UK

Two in three Gen Z adults don’t know what VE Day is, survey finds

The Royal British Veterans Enterprise said it shows “a gap in public understanding of military service past and present”

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These black-and-white photos reveal the individuals behind the uniforms of the UK's oldest army regiment

Norwegian photographer Glenn Røkeberg offers an intimate black-and-white insight into Britain’s Household Cavalry in his new photobook, Trusted Guardians: Inside the Mounted Regiment

The Independent UK

How the ‘manosphere’ is increasing sexism and harassment in the British Army

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Evening Standard

Royal Regiment of Scotland to celebrate 20th anniversary

The Royal Regiment of Scotland is Scotland’s only infantry regiment and the senior line infantry regiment in the British Army.

Evening Standard

British army so depleted it could only ‘seize a small market town on a good day’ warns former general

General Sir Richard Barrons warns that the British Army's current capabilities are limited

The Conversation

Patriots and loyalists both rallied around St. Patrick’s Day during the Revolutionary War

The Continental Army’s winter encampment at Valley Forge, between December 1777 and June 1778, is the stuff of legend. Chased out of Philadelphia by the British Army, George Washington and over 12,000 American troops retreated to Valley Forge, where they spent six long months harried by hunger, disease and the…

Evening Standard

King to witness military air power in first visit to regiment group at barracks

The Royal Artillery is made up of 14 regular regiments and seven reserve regiments.

Evening Standard

Attacker’s sentence reflects ‘premeditation’ against uniformed army officer

Anthony Esan was jailed for life after attacking Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton near Brompton Barracks in Chatham, Kent, in July 2024.

Evening Standard

Man jailed for life after launching 'Lee Rigby-style' attack on Army officer near Kent barracks

Prosecutors said Anthony Esan searched online for attacks, including of murdered soldier Lee Rigby

Evening Standard

Army officer told wife attack was ‘like Lee Rigby’, court hears

Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton tearfully told of being ‘forever in gratitude’ to the ‘heroes’, including his wife Eileen, who came to his aid.

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