Tug of War: Is this the military's oldest sport, still thriving more than a century after WW1?
The ancient sport saw action in both World Wars and dates back to the 12th century
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USA Hidden military history revealed as US Congressman sparks controversy with video
Congressman Tim Moore shared a video of himself revealing what is hidden under a floor in the Capitol Building
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Naval History Royal Navy celebrates 125 years of epic and legendary field gun battles
The long-standing Royal Navy tradition encourages teamwork, discipline and an interest in military heritage.
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Feature The Armed Forces charity born from empathy still supporting military community today
Founded in 1885, SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has supported the military community for 140 years.
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Feature Ultra-rare gold coin worth £40,000 found by British Army veteran-turned-detectorist
The ex-Royal Engineers soldier found a Richard III Half Angel, sparking community interest and comparisons to Only Fools and Horses.
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Feature Samurais and swordplay: How militarily accurate is FX's TV series Shōgun?
Shōgun has had rave reviews, but we find out whether this story of an Englishman stranded in feudal Japan is as accurate as it is ambitious.
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USA 195-year-old time capsule discovered at West Point to be opened live online
West Point is America's equivalent to the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
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History 'Richest grave this year' uncovered by veterans and archaeologists during final dig at Saxon cemetery
The dig is part of a programme called Operation Nightingale which supports the health and well-being of military veterans
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RAF Concrete ears that intercepted enemy aircraft now form natural bird habitat
Forces News was given an exclusive tour of the site where the giant structures still stand – now an RSPB Nature Reserve.
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History Is this Christmas pudding sent to sailors fighting in the Boer War the oldest in the world?
One of the original puddings sent to British sailors sent to fight in the war survives in the National Museum of the Royal Navy.
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Cyprus Army's Vikings hold 'Minden Day' celebrations in Cyprus
As an extra special touch this year, personnel received Platinum Jubilee Medals during the parade for their service.
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History Lifesaving private's 1857 Victoria Cross medals group sells at auction
The group of six medals had not been sold on the open market for more than 100 years and sold for £40,000 above top estimate.
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History D-class submarine among three military heritage sites listed in 2021 highlights
The Submarine Memorial Chapel of St Nicholas and Shoreham Memorial Cross also made the list.
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History Was this the shortest ever war in military history?
The conflict is thought to have lasted as little as 38 minutes or as long as 45...
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Black History Month 'How Could We Not Tell Her Story?': Film Boss Pays Tribute To Mary Seacole
A drama about the Crimean War heroine could hit screens next year.
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Pre-WWI Period HMS Victory: Defence Ministers Win High Court Battle Over 18th-Century Wreck
It was decided that artefacts should stay on the 18th-century wreck and be preserved in situ.