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Soldiers from the Household Division marked the centenary of the Guards Memorial, honouring the 14,000 Guardsmen it commemorates and the generations who have served since.
Different threats. Same duty.
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Over 1,000 troops from 35 international armies tackled the 48 hour, 60 kilometer challenge of Exercise Cambrian Patrol 2026, testing fieldcraft, resilience, and teamwork in a demanding tactical environment 🌍
Just 10 patrols achieved the coveted gold medal, proving excellence under pressure 🏅 🫡
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For the first time in a decade, large-calibre gun barrels will once again be made in Britain.
Thanks Armin Papperger, @wesstreeting and everyone @RheinmetallAG Telford for today's Gun Hall launch.
Industrial capacity can’t be conjured in crisis - this is a strong step forward.
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Today marks the return of large-calibre weapon manufacturing to UK soil. 🇬🇧
@RheinmetallAG has officially opened its new gun hall in Telford, supporting 100 highly skilled jobs and helping better equip British Armed Forces to defend the nation.
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This morning Pte Katie Brazier presented a special poppy to Ivy, the Royal British Legion’s youngest poppy seller.
Thank you Ivy, and all those supporting the Poppy Appeal!
By wearing a poppy you support veterans and remember those who died serving their country.
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3Pillars Project has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging fair treatment for the Armed Forces community.
CEO Mike Crofts signed at Horse Guards Parade, countersigned by Maj Gen Jon Swift OBE, Assistant Chief of the General Staff.
The charity will appoint a Veteran Champion and expand volunteer rugby coaching roles.
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The battlefield is changing. So are we.
On Exercise Haraka Storm in Kenya, soldiers from The Duke Of Lancaster's Regiment are developing new ways to find, track, and defeat threats, while building the combat readiness needed for future operations 🪖 🦁
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Setbacks don't define you 💪
A serious accident left Captain Declan Gaffney questioning what came next. The support he received during recovery reignited his passion for service.
Today, he's helping develop the next generation of leaders while studying Cyber Security.
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Preparedness and resilience are at the heart of Exercise Cambrian Patrol, but they aren’t just military responsibilities.
Government, industry, academia, communities and citizens all have a part to play in making sure we’re ready for the challenges ahead.
Trusting his instincts helped save a life.
When a driver became seriously ill at the roadside, Private Dan Montgomery stopped, called for help, moved her to safety, stayed by her side for more than two hours until emergency services arrived.
For his selfless actions, the Military Provost Guard Service soldier has been awarded the Catterick Garrison Commander’s Commendation 👏
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Next year will mark 45 years since British forces liberated the Falkland Islands. For some of those veterans who fought in that conflict, this may be one of the last major anniversaries they see.
We have confirmed that commemorations will take place on the islands to mark the anniversary, honouring those who paid the ultimate price for the freedom of the Falkland Islanders.
Following deployments on Operation Shader, 150 soldiers from 2nd Battalion @RiflesRegiment have been awarded their Operational Service Medals 🏅 🫡
Their service supported the UK's mission against Daesh, contributing to stability in the region and strengthening alliances.
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Preparing Defence for an AI-enabled future 🪖 🧑💻
Captain Harry Shilley of 30 Signal Regiment was recognised at the National AI Awards 2026 for developing SecAI-TAK (Securing AI Systems for Tactical Awareness Kit), helping more than 2,500 personnel across 26 allied nations understand and defend against AI threats.
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As National Cadets Week draws to a close, I want to thank the 137,000 cadets and the volunteers who support them across the Cadet Forces. Their dedication is helping shape the next generation. To find out more about joining, visit army.mod.uk/learn-and-explor….
Teams from across the globe. One brutal test in the Welsh hills.
Exercise Cambrian Patrol is here 🇬🇧
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Really impressive to see soldiers being put through their paces at Exercise Cambrian Patrol yesterday.
One of the toughest patrolling exercises in the world, it’s a real test of skill, endurance and teamwork, with lessons for how we all build resilience for the future.
After two years on operations and at high readiness in Cyprus, soldiers from Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment returned to Woolwich for a well-earned homecoming parade 🐯
Lined with cheering crowds, the streets welcomed back a battalion that has spent the past two years supporting operations, strengthening partnerships, and standing ready to respond whenever needed 🫡
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A special message from His Majesty The King. 🎖️
As we celebrate the first ever National Cadets Week, we’re recognising the cadets, volunteers, families and supporters who make the Cadet Forces possible.
Honouring a legacy of courage 🫡
Soldiers from 1st Regiment Royal Horse Artillery recreated the historic Néry wreath and laid it on the famous Néry Gun at the Imperial War Museum.
More than a century on, the bravery, resilience and fighting spirit shown at the Battle of Néry continue to inspire today's Gunners.
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A new chapter for NATO. 🇬🇧
General Nick Perry DSO MBE has assumed command of @JFCNorfolk — the first British officer to lead the NATO headquarters.
The UK is strengthening @NATO's ability to safeguard the transatlantic link and deter threats across the North Atlantic, Arctic and High North.

































