Former soldier-now-reporter makes emotional Harrogate return after nearly 20 years
James Wharton walked through the corridors where he once stood and spoke to members of the latest cohort to complete training there.
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Weapons and Kit Did you know Royal Marines were not the first British personnel to wear a beret?
Royal Tank Corps General Sir Hugh Elles recommended the adoption of a headdress similar in form to that worn by French troops.
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Food Ever wondered what Armed Forces personnel get in their ration packs?
Fans of chocolate flavour cake, BBQ nuts or bolognese pasta are in for a treat.
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Fun Military mistakes by Hollywood that would make veterans cringe
What are the biggest military gaffes in film and TV and why do they happen?
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Veterans Walk + Talk initiative brings personnel, past and present, together
Co-founder Robin Bourne-Taylor says "the positive impact of peer support is a no-brainer".
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Military Life Stranger Things: Is Robin's maroon beret inspired by the Paras?
Fans of the hit TV series Stranger Things debate what unit of the Armed Forces the beret belongs to.
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Cyprus MOD accused of 'threatening teachers of service children with fire and rehire'
Labour MP Barry Gardiner claimed the MOD is threatening to sack the teachers of service children in Cyprus "unless they sign new contracts".
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USA Singing soldiers go viral with impromptu performance of classic hit
The soldiers from 82nd Airborne Division broke into song in the middle of a drop zone while wearing parachute gear.
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Space What does space smell like? Major Tim Peake answers military kids' questions
And it turns out, it's not what you might expect.
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Uniform What do the Armed Forces say you can and can't do with your facial hair?
If you want to grow a beard or moustache, there are some rules you must follow.
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News Armed Forces Day: CDS issues key message of thanks to military personnel
We are live from Scarborough for this year's salute to the Armed Forces.
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Armed Forces Day Scarborough's ready for Armed Forces Day 2022 after two-year delay
For those who can't be there in person, Forces News will broadcasting live on its YouTube channel and Facebook page.
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Military Life What is it like to be an Armed Forces child?
New exhibition explores the unique lives of military children.
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Army All you need to know about joining the Army Reserves
Ever wondered whether joining the British Army Reserves is for you? Here are the answers to all your questions.
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Tri-Service Upgrades see 2,880 military families in refurbished homes
The scale of dissatisfaction in the Defence Infrastructure Organisation report was uncovered and highlighted by the Labour Party.
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Families Father's Day: Children express their love in heartwarming video messages
Military dads and father figures get special thanks from their children back home.