Ceremonial

Soldiers with key roles in the late Queen’s funeral receive unique recognition

Ahead of his Coronation on 6 May 23, His Majesty King Charles has bestowed a rare set of honours upon those who held important roles during the preparations and funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Published: 25 Mar 2023

People

Life-sized statue of Royal Welch Fusilier and Regimental Goat unveiled in Wrexham

The bronze design at the entrance to Hightown Barracks marks the British Army’s 150-year bond with Wales’s newest city.

Published: 23 Mar 2023

Ceremonial

The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment pass their Major General’s Inspection with ‘flying standards’

Knightsbridge has hosted the impressive annual spectacle of His Majesty The King’s mounted bodyguard parading in Hyde Park, proving their readiness for the busy 2023 ceremonial year.

Published: 22 Mar 2023

Deployments

Paratroopers 'break the ice' with JEF and NATO allies

2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment have been taking on arctic conditions on Exercise Joint Viking in Norway.

Published: 22 Mar 2023

Sustainability

Award for military charity using horses to improve mental health

The Armed Forces Equine Charity - Conservation and Veterans Mental Health Recovery Pathway supports veterans with complex mental health issues.

Published: 22 Mar 2023

Training

Scottish soldiers train with Canadian allies on Exercise Wessex Storm

Two Scottish battalions have recently returned from an intensive six-week training package working with the Canadian Army.

Published: 21 Mar 2023

Equipment

Next phase of Ajax trials brings battle-ready vehicles a step closer

Positive progress has continued on the next phase of Ajax trials, with the Ministry of Defence today confirming the revised in-service dates.

Published: 20 Mar 2023

People

Army reservist wins National Geographic photography award

An Army reservist has won the landscape category in the National Geographic Traveller Photography Awards 2023.

Published: 18 Mar 2023

Ceremonial

The Prince and Princess of Wales hand over duties at St Patrick’s Day with the Irish Guards

The presence of The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Irish Guards Saint Patrick’s Day parade is a familiar honour, but this year was uniquely different!

Published: 17 Mar 2023

Heritage

Soldiers, the Shamrock and St Patrick's Day

Although the Irish have observed St Patrick’s Day for centuries, it wasn’t formally celebrated by the British Army until 1900.

Published: 17 Mar 2023