The dead-famous Goose that saved Christmas for the Coldstream Guards in Canada
Jacob the Goose saved the day for sentry and sadly met a grizzly end.
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History Brick-hanging ceremony: An Army tradition that dates back to 1889
This year marked the 122nd Brick Hanging, which is a tradition held in memory of the story of Forage Master Joe Holland.
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Veterans WW2 veteran who shared food with French girl in Normandy reunites with her 78 years later
Former soldier Reg Pye has been searching for Huguette Geoffroy since the war ended.
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News Iconic Conqueror tank returns to site of WWII training ground for restoration
The military museum's project should take a few months, with the restored tank set to be unveiled next spring.
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Special forces Paddy Mayne and the SAS: The man behind the legend
Take a look at the career of one of the founding members of the SAS
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WWI Ultimate sacrifice of six WW1 soldiers recognised in grave rededications
The identities of the soldiers' remains were discovered by the 'MOD War Detectives'.
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Diversity Petition calls for pioneer Walter Tull to receive Military Cross and London statue
He made huge strides in British football and served his country at war, fighting in the Battle of the Somme.
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The Queen Poll results revealed: Should the Queen's bearer party get MBEs?
You let us know if you thought the Grenadier Guardsmen deserved to be honoured with a medal.
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The Queen 'They deserve a medal': Calls for Guardsmen who carried the Queen's coffin to get MBEs
Social media has been flooded with people saying the young men deserve a medal for their actions on the day.
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The Queen Amazing 1985 footage of the Queen's speech to British troops in Germany
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II spoke of the impact of the tank through the ages, and reassured families of soldiers stationed abroad.
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Army Grenadier Guards go back to 400-year-old roots on 150-mile march
The young guardsmen learned about their history during the march, covered as a platoon relay in two-and-a-half days.
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Army A history of the Parachute Regiment through the eyes of those who served
From the Second World War to Op Pitting, 'Paras In Action: Ready For Anything' takes a look at 80 years of paratroopers.
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Land vehicles Echoes of History: Meet the enthusiasts collecting military vehicles
The show was created 14 years ago by a husband and wife moved by the number of troops killed in Afghanistan and Iraq.
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Army Why is a horse ridden up the steps at end of Sovereign's Parade?
There are different versions as to why the tradition at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst takes place.
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News Know your Parachute Regiment: The PARAs background and history explained
Formed at the height of the Second World War, the unit is comprised of Britain's best high-intensity warfighters.
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History Yorkshire Day: What is it and why do the British Armed Forces celebrate it?
Yorkshire Day coincides with Minden Day which is also celebrated on 1 August every year.