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Head of the British Army Inspects the New Gurkhas in Nepal
On the 18 February 2020 the Attestation for 432 newly selected Gurkhas took place in Pokhara, Nepal. The Chief of the General Staff (Head of the British Army) was the Inspecting Officer as the 432 newly selected Gurkhas were on parade the first time after only a few days of drill training.
Female P Coy pass
Congratulations to Captain Rosie Wild, who has just become the first woman to pass P Company, the All Arms Pre Parachute Selection.
Desert Rats Tested on Wessex Storm
More than 2,500 regular and reserve soldiers from 7th Infantry Brigade (the Desert Rats) are currently deployed on a six-week training exercise on Salisbury Plain.
Guardsman Proposes live on ITV
Guardsman Gregg Westwood, 1st Bn Grenadier Guards, proposed to his partner Mercedes Witchalls at White City’s Television Studios on ITV’s Live show ‘This Morning’ programme.
Ex Lightning Strike 20
150 University Officer Cadets making up 13 teams have taken part in the annual Royal Signals UOTC competition: Ex LIGHTNING STRIKE. A fun and informative competition, the exercise introduces cadets to the diverse roles and equipment of the Royal Signals.
Soldiers from across Wales addressed MPs during an annual gathering in London
The Welsh Regiments’ Reception took place at Portcullis House, a parliamentary building adjacent to the House of Commons. Representatives from The Royal Welsh, both 1st Battalion and their Reserve counterparts 3rd Battalion, as well as 1st The Queen’s Dragoon Guards (QDG) and 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, took the opportunity to talk through recent highlights and their upcoming military activity in 2020 and 2021.
Royal Seal of Approval as Junior Soldiers Pass Out
More than 650 teenagers marched on their way to a new career when they graduated from the Army’s flagship training establishment for 16-17 year olds on February 13, 2020, watched by HRH Prince Edward, the Earl of Wessex.
Army Air Corps Apaches prepare for Defender Europe 20
3 Army Air Corps and their Apache attack helicopter prepare for a major exercise to demonstrate the British Army’s ability to rapidly deploy in support of our allies.
Army Recruitment Targets Hit
The Army is on course to hit recruitment target as the number of applications rise. Record numbers of people are joining the Army as the latest data reveals it is on track to hit its recruitment target, the Recruiting Partnership Programme has announced today.
Future Warfare ‘Integrated Warrior’ Strategy Launches at Shrivenham.
Today at the Joint Services Command and Staff College (JSCSC) at Shrivenham in Wiltshire, the Director General Joint Force Development, Air Marshal Edward Stringer CB, CBE, hosted the launch of the ‘Integrated Warrior’ event.
RLC Corporal wins European Jiu-jitsu Gold
Corporal Leon Hinds (Royal Logistic Corps) has won Gold in the Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Master 2, Super-heavyweight category at the IBJJF European Championships in Lisbon, Portugal.
Street Named In Honour of Fallen Soldier
A soldier killed on his second tour of Afghanistan has been honoured with the naming of a new road near his home. Jamie Webb Drive is the gateway to a new community in Handforth, Wilmslow, Cheshire, in memory of Lance Corporal Jamie Webb who died following a suicide bomb attack on his patrol base in Helmand Province in March 2013.
Millies Recognise Brave and Selfless Acts
British soldiers and veterans have been recognised for their heroism and inspiration at this year’s The Sun Military Awards, known as the Millies, announced yesterday at a special ceremony in London. The Millies recognise remarkable feats of bravery, sacrifice and selflessness within the Armed Forces.
Olympic medal winner talks to soldiers about mental resilence.
Dame Kelly Holmes MBE recently paid a visit to the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards in Leuchars Station. As the Honorary Colonel of the Royal Armoured Corp Training Centre, Bovington, she spent her time talking about mental resilience and chatting with the soldiers.
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In this month’s issue:
- Army Sergeant Major: WO1 Gav Paton on improving leadership, the recruitment issue, visiting nuclear bunkers and a whole lot more…
- Ukraine update: How British trainers are helping to save the lives of front-line troops
- Street smart: Royal Gurkha Rifle troops hone their urban warfare skills at one of the best specialised training facilities in the world
Army Newsletter
The British Army’s newsletter has been re-introduced as part of our efforts to improve communications across the Army. IN FRONT is presented in a modern, smart phone compatible format so that it can be shared widely and to make the information more accessible. All ranks are encouraged to read it and follow the links to dip into areas of particular interest.
It can be hard to keep pace with the amount of change going on and with everything the Army is doing around the world. ‘In Front’ together with the Army Core Script enables the Army to speak with a more unified voice and ensures that serving personnel and the wider Army community are informed of current activity and the latest developments.
BAR 176 - Autumn 2019
This edition of the British Army Review (BAR) has at its core the theme of 'Victory and what victory means for the 21st Century British Army.'