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
Chicksands garden restoration wins top MOD Sanctuary Award
A team of military and civilian volunteers who lovingly brought back to life a walled garden in the home of a former top-secret World War Two listening post have been awarded two prestigious Ministry of Defence conservation awards.
Friendships brought me back to Army
“I really missed the friendships and banter in the military, so I came back as a Reservist.” Five years after leaving, she longed for the camaraderie of the Army, so re-joined the REME as a Reservist with 101 Theatre Support Battalion six years ago and is now a Lance Corporal.
Challenger 2 vehicles prepared for an upgrade
Work to prepare Challenger 2 vehicles, including a base overhaul and set of automotive upgrades, has begun, creating a foundation for the Challenger 3 upgrade programme.
Airborne Forces ally with Jordanians to prove joint future success
The Paras conduct intense training alongside allied Jordanian forces in the desert to build relationships and improve capability
Signallers first to test lightweight power supply on Joint Theatre Entry
Soldiers with 14 Signal Regiment use flat-packed solar panels to help sustain them in the field for 72 hours.
British Army’s Golden Girl: Double Olympic Champion
Former Olympian Major Heather Stanning OBE RA, a Battery Commander serving with 47 Regiment Royal Artillery, made history by winning Team GB’s first gold medal at London 2012.
Proud day for Army children presented with medals at MOD Stafford
Over 50 children from Army families at MOD Stafford were presented with medals on last week after the youngsters finished an activity book, designed to help the mental health of children from military families.
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.