The British Army
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
Airborne Medics in Romania for Multinational Exercise
Airborne medics from 16 Medical Regiment have deployed to Romania alongside 2,500 medics from 39 NATO partners, allies and civilian healthcare agencies in the alliance’s largest ever medical exercise.
ROYAL SIGNALS’ 40TH ANNIVERSARY LANYARD ENDURANCE EVENT A HUGE SUCCESS!
The Royal Signals have celebrated the 40th anniversary of the annual Lanyard Trophy. The 40-mile endurance competition took place on Dartmoor from 12-14 April 19, with 36 teams taking part.
Apaches take off for Estonia
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson bid farewell to Army aviators as they took off for Estonia, where they will be training alongside NATO forces working to reassure our allies and deter our adversaries.
Paratroopers train for jungle warfare
Paratroopers are training to survive and fight in the challenging conditions of the jungles of Belize.
Queens Cavalry ready for summer of ceremonial
The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment were put through their paces today during the annual Major General’s Inspection in Hyde Park to prove their readiness for another busy summer of pageantry.
Soldiers learn mental robustness from D Day Veterans
British Army Mental Resilience Trainers visited D-Day Veterans at The Royal Hospital Chelsea to discuss how the Army's approach to mental health training has changed over the years.
Games of Thrones takeover of Changing of the Guard
Members of the public at the Tower of London were treated to a jaw-dropping spectacle as the British Army’s Band of the Coldstream Guards performed a rendition of the Game of Thrones theme music, as the ‘Night’s Watch’ characters from the global TV phenomenon joined the soldiers in a unique military display.
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.
BalticsInfantry
800
Light Cavalry
150
Our Serving Troops
The British Army comprises of 112,000 experienced, committed and highly skilled Regular and Reserve soldiers.