To protect the nation, we step forward and meet every challenge
The British Army protects the United Kingdom’s interests at home and abroad, providing a safe and secure environment in which all British citizens can live and prosper.
Life in the Army
If you’re thinking about joining I’d say just go for it – the Army is a fantastic career. LCpl Laura Phillips, Royal Signals
Sharing his skills motivates Colchester soldier
A third-generation soldier from Colchester has spoken of the satisfaction he gets from passing on his skills and knowledge to junior colleagues.
Soldiers back in the saddle for Royal Tournament
More than 100 military and blue light riders saddled up to show their skills at The Royal Tournament Show Jumping and Skill at Arms Championships, held at the Defence Animal Training Regiment (DATR).
Norfolk soldier enjoys ‘working on the best technology’
A soldier from Great Yarmouth has gone from tinkering with motorbikes to working on the British Army's state-of-the-art AH-64E Apache attack helicopter.
Gurkhas enter the foothills of their Army careers
More than 200 Gurkha recruits marked the end of their military training with a pass off parade inspected by Defence Minister, Dr Andrew Murrison.
British troops embed with Japanese armed forces for first time
Over 170 British Army soldiers have taken part in a major training exercise in Japan over the last two weeks. Exercise Vigilant Isles has taken place annually for the last few years, except during the Covid pandemic. But this year was the first time British troops have been embedded with their Japanese counterparts during the biggest ever exercise.
Yukon 1000: The toughest challenge of my military career
An infantry officer with over 20 years military service has completed the toughest challenge of his career, the world’s longest paddle race, the Yukon 1000.
Scots Guards Compete in International Combat Training Competition
As part of their month-long deployment to South Korea for Exercise Imjin Warrior, C Company 1st Battalion, the Scots Guards, were invited to compete in the inaugural Korean International Combat Training Competition (KI-CTC).
Britain Takes Lead Role In Enhanced Forward Presence
The Army is currently deployed in over 80 countries around the world. Deployments vary in strength from single military advisors to full operational deployments.
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Our Serving Troops
The British Army comprises of 112,000 experienced, committed and highly skilled Regular and Reserve soldiers.