Soldier Stories
What makes the British Army? It’s not the weaponry or the vehicles – it’s the people. People with a diverse array of skills and experiences are what gives us our strength.
We have gathered together a collection of stories from serving soldiers across the Army where we find out who they are and what the Army means to them.
Army boxing coach packs a punch for Team Wales at the Commonwealth Games
A soldier and former head coach of the Army boxing team will be playing a vital role as an assistant coach to the Welsh National Boxing Team at the Commonwealth Games 2022.
Fusilier to represent Ghana at 2022 Commonwealth Games
Lance Corporal Victor Ahiavor from 1st Battalion The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, has been selected to represent Ghana in Judo at the Commonwealth Games.
British soldier chases a new Gibraltar national record at the Commonwealth Games marathon
British soldier chases a new Gibraltar national record at the Commonwealth Games marathon
Two inspirational soldiers carry Queen’s Baton
Crowds turned out to watch two soldiers, each with inspiring stories, carry the Queen’s Commonwealth Baton on part of its epic journey to Birmingham, the host city for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Deployment pays testament to Padre’s all-inclusive service
British Army Chaplain Christopher Kinch based in Tidworth, Wiltshire with 1st Battalion The Royal Welsh has been overseas numerous times in his military career but his deployment on Operation CABRIT in Estonia saw him achieve a career first.
LGBT soldiers and officers marching with Pride share their stories
Captain McClain Carter and Sergeant Chris Tierney are marching in the Army contingent of Pride in London this weekend. In their own words, they explain their experiences of being LGBT officers and soldiers respectively in the Army.
Members of the Army LGBT Network share their stories
With Pride in London taking place on 2nd July this year, we've spoken to some members of the British Army LGBT+ Network about their experiences as LGBT soldiers and officers in the Army.
Falkland Islands soldier inspired by 1982 veterans
A soldier from the Falkland Islands has spoken of how the bravery and sacrifice of the troops who fought to liberate the islands 40 years ago motivated her to join the Army.
The Soldier and the big friendly giant who are set to play pivotal role in Platinum Jubilee Weekend
The Soldier and the big friendly giant who are set to play pivotal role in Platinum Jubilee Weekend
Army deliver Alexander Stadium Commonwealth Games test event
British Army athletes helped put the lead venue for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games through its paces on Wednesday (20 April).
The Queen’s Guards – A Year in Service
The Army has granted Channel 5 privileged access to the soldiers and officers of The 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards during 2020 and 2021. The insightful five=part series starts on Thu Feb 10 at 2000hrs.
Apprenticeships support military and post-service careers
As one of the largest employer provider apprenticeship programmes in the country, we understand how apprenticeships can be used to build the future.