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Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino

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Heritage

Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino

More than 100 UK Armed Forces personnel took part in commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino, at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery Cassino, Italy.

19 May 2024

Heritage

A portrait of a soldier from World War Two.

Monte Cassino 80 – My Grandfather’s battle for Monastery Hill

Today the country commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino, a crucial battle fought during World War II, specifically as part of the Italian Campaign.

18 May 2024

People

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From Tonbridge to Tokyo: Molly’s story

An Army officer has used her gift for languages to help break down language barriers on a major military exercise in Japan.

17 May 2024

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Wildcats on the prowl in Estonia

True, the Apache AH-64E attack helicopter may well steal the lime light with its devastating fire power and menacing looks, and, of course, the evocative wokka-wokka signature note of the all too familiar twin rotor CH47 Chinook is mightily impressive as it swoops down to disgorge whatever lies within its belly; however, spare a thought and a few plaudits for their pint-sized battle space colleague, the Wildcat.

15 May 2024

Ceremonial His Majesty the King and The Prince of Wales stand in front of an attack helicopter.