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
“I was told a woman couldn’t do it. This only made me more determined to try.”
Sergeant Pammie McNeill always wanted to be a soldier since dressing up in her granddad’s uniform as a child.
Army boxing clever to Tokyo 2021
At 57Kg Gunner Karriss Artingstall cuts a diminutive figure as a featherweight Olympic contender, but it has been nothing short of a super heavyweight long-term strategy by Army Boxing that got her into the ring at Tokyo 2021.
British Army women deliver military skills training in Jordan
An all-female team have been delivering military skills to the Jordanian Army.
Army basks in 24 degrees!
A four-year academic odyssey for 24 soldiers was marked in style, sunshine and smiles as they assembled on the steps of Portsmouth’s magnificent Guildhall having received their bachelors’ degree certificates at Portsmouth University’s graduation ceremony.
The return of the Scarlet Tunics, Ceremonial Guard restarts at Windsor Castle
The Grenadier Guards perform the first Windsor Castle Changing of the Guard for 15 months since the pandemic began.
The Sword and The Crown musical spectacular salutes HRH The Princess Royal
On the final night of the Sword and the Crown, a Military Musical Spectacular the Army in London provided a stunning displaying of music and drill for HRH The Princess Royal.
Gunning for Gold
When 26-year-old Karriss Artingstall climbs into the ring as Great Britain’s featherweight boxer she does so knowing she’ll be the first female Army boxer to represent her country at an Olympic Games and in her own words, “There to do a job and there to get myself onto that podium.”
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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800
Light Cavalry
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Our Serving Troops
The British Army comprises of 112,000 experienced, committed and highly skilled Regular and Reserve soldiers.