Conquering the dragon: Royal Marine trio cross Bhutan to raise suicide awareness
The 362km mountain trail through the kingdom of Bhutan pushed them to their limits, and raised more than £42,000 for the Royal Marines ...
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Army On top of the world: Ranger Regiment team defy the death zone to conquer Everest
Led by Major Joe Adamson, the group of nine soldiers and two Royal Marine mountain leaders faced inhospitable climates and life-threatening ...
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Iraq Watch: RBL hosts service at National Memorial Arboretum, 15 years since Iraq War
BFBS Forces News provided coverage of the event, which began at midday – you can catch up on our YouTube channel
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Forces Charities Trio of former Royal Marines tackle gruelling Bhutan trek for suicide awareness
The endeavour will see the trio cover a 362km mountain route through the kingdom, crossing 11 peaks, many of which rise above 5,000 metres
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Army Marathon des Sables: Team of Army officers conquer 'toughest foot race on earth'
Taking place across the Sahara Desert, the ultramarathon has been a staple proving ground for the British Army for decades
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Iraq Heroes of Iraq War remembered with event to mark 15 years since end of the conflict
Over the course of the eight-year campaign – codenamed Op Telic – 179 British soldiers lost their lives and more than 6,000 were injured
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Veterans Endurance in extremes: Former Army officer conquers 100km race across Sahara
Harry Mackarness spoke to BFBS Forces News on completion of the ultramarathon that took place in one of the most inhospitable regions on ...
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Tri-Service Soldiering On: New name, but same exciting celebration of the military community
The event at the Royal Hospital Chelsea marks the official launch of The Armed Forces Community Awards @ Soldiering On 2026
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Royals Royal recognition: Princess Anne sends letter to veterans for charity's 110th anniversary
Patron of Royal Star & Garter, the Princess Royal sent the residents her "best wishes for a wonderful celebration" as the charity marked its ...
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Sport Twice the grit: Two more military teams earn title of World's Toughest Row finishers
Per Ardua 21 and Force Atlantic completed the gruelling 3,000 mile race across the Atlantic just over a day apart
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Veterans Foxy, Hinett, Kane and Wood take on toxic masculinity and mental health in new TV series
SAS Who Dares Wins' Jason Fox, Royal Marines veteran Aldo Kane, MC recipient Brian Wood and Invictus medalist Karl Hinett took on the ...
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Forces Charities Stand united for Jon: Navy veteran to tackle Leeds Marathon after devastating diagnosis
Former Chief Petty Officer Jon Over was aged just 42 when he was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease
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Forces Charities Salt, sweat and tears: Royal Navy personnel pushed to the limit on World's Toughest Row
Sailing under the aptly named HMS Oardacious, the team has embarked on the 3,000-mile row across the Atlantic Ocean
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Forces Charities It's lit: Man decorates his house with 300,000 lights to raise money for Taxi Charity
Richard Iles' spectacular display is thought to be one of the largest domestic Christmas light displays across the country
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Royals In pictures: Charity patron Princess Anne hosts veterans for festive tea party
The princess hosted the event for The Not Forgotten Association, which supports veterans and service people suffering from injury and ...
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Forces Charities Royal Navy's Abigail Wright named Woman of the Year at Women in Defence UK Awards
The awards ceremony celebrated a decade of honouring exceptional women, men, individuals and teams who contribute to the UK's defence