Watch: Why does the military burn pianos?
The unusual tradition is believed to originated as a way for personnel to honour fallen pilots.
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Veterans 'Use Op Courage, it works': Johnny Mercer's message to struggling veterans
The former veterans minister urged those facing mental health issues to use the programmes in place to support ex-military personnel.
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Army 'You should be proud': Commanding officer's Twitter exchange with proud mum
Lieutenant Colonel Will Meddings tracked down Trooper F and documented her movements on Twitter to her mother.
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Rugby Union UKAF Rugby Debutant Talks 'Reaping The Rewards' In Win Against French
Lieutenant Sally Stott grabbed her first cap as UKAF beat the French Forces in Portsmouth.
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Rugby Union Rugby Union: UKAF women dominate 'le crunch' clash
An Amy Cokayne-inspired UKAF team won 27-14 against the French Forces.
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Army Tobias Ellwood: UK 'Absolutely Right' To Call On Forces During Fuel Shortage
Chair of the Defence Select Committee said military is the nation's "insurance" and alternative options would require greater investment.
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Mental Health 'I Stole To Fund My Gambling Addiction': Former Soldier Tells His Story
Drew Crainie spoke to Forces News as research suggests former service personnel are far more likely to struggle with gambling.
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Navy Officer Cadet Takes on First Sea Lord And Wins... (At Squash!)
It's not often somebody challenges the First Sea Lord to a game of squash, but Admiral Sir Tony Radakin accepted the challenge.
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Navy Watch: HMS Prince Of Wales' Amazing First Jet Drone Launch From Aircraft Carrier
The jet-powered Banshee drone can soar to 25,000ft and flies at speeds up to 400 knots – about 460mph.
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Army Army's first solar farm a 'key milestone in its go-green agenda'
The new solar farm at the Defence School of Transport is roughly the same size as eight football pitches and is the first of four pilots.
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WWII Letters Detailing Remarkable Second World War Love Story Up For Sale
The letters were sent from a Canadian pilot, in a German Prisoner of War camp, back to the UK.
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RAF Earl Of Wessex Attends Royal Parade Marking Retirement Of E-3D Sentry
After more than 30 years of service, the Sentry is to be succeeded by three E-7 Wedgetails, based at RAF Lossiemouth, in 2023.
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Afghanistan Afghanistan: US Military Figures Advised President Against Complete Troop Withdrawal
The Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff "decision makers are not required in any manner, shape or form" to follow military advice.
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Army Do you think the British military is used too often in civil tasks? Results of our poll
Up to 150 military tanker drivers will prepare to deliver to petrol forecourts that have run dry because of panic buying.
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Army Army Fuel Delivery: Ben Wallace Signs Off Request For Military Tanker Drivers
Under the MACA request, 150 drivers and 150 drivers mates could be deployed to deliver fuel, after training.
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RAF Red Arrows wow crowds at British bases in Cyprus
The team is travelling to the United Arab Emirates for a display, stopping at RAF Akrotiri en route and impressing crowds in the process.