Christmas spirit sweeps across the Armed Forces – with the help of a cheeky elf!
Armed forces personnel deployed across the nation and overseas over Christmas are keeping their spirits high.
Alexander Walters is the Social Media Editor at BFBS Forces News, with nearly five years’ experience covering defence stories at home and abroad. His reporting has taken him from the waters of the Canary Islands to military exercises in Sennelager, events at Buckingham Palace, and the Twickenham pitch, spanning parades, royal engagements, and beyond. After completing his Masters degree, he began his career at BBC Sport and BBC West Midlands.
Armed forces personnel deployed across the nation and overseas over Christmas are keeping their spirits high.
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