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
Brigade Commander shares lessons from a career in aviation
Brigadier Paul Tedman looks back on a career in Army flying - the literal highs and lows, and how far Army aviation has come.
Apache add striking power to HMS Prince of Wales
Heavy metal thunder is forecast for the next few weeks around the UK as Apache gunships get their sea legs for their first time on HMS Prince of Wales.
Army Field Hospital’s ability to deploy world-wide tested
Imagine having to construct a hospital complete with a full operating theatre, intensive care units and recovery wards anywhere in the world at only five days’ notice and only four days to build it – well that’s the daunting task asked of the British Army’s High Readiness Hospital.
Robotics hub trail-blazes for the Army's experimentation battlegroup
A new centre designed to supercharge the development of robotics technology is set to revolutionise the Army of the future. The Expeditionary Robotics Centre of Expertise (ERCoE) will bring together key defence systems projects under one focal point.
First female Military Cross recipient marks 15th anniversary
The outstanding heroism, which earned a then teenage Army medic the first Military Cross awarded to a woman, has been marked at a special 15th anniversary presentation.
Pride Month - Colonel Clare Phillips
We continue to celebrate Pride Month in an interview with Colonel Clare Phillips CBE, Colonel Career Management Operations at the Army’s Personnel Centre, and Co-Chair of the Army LGBT+ Network.
Former Army General rolls up his sleeve ahead of Blood Donor Day
A newly retired Army General has rolled up his sleeve in support of blood donation, ahead of World Blood Donor Day.
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.