Chocolate bar gifted to troops by Queen Victoria in 1900 found in attic
The 121-year-old chocolate bar was found in a Boer War helmet case at Oxburgh Hall in Norfolk.
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News Armed Forces Chief: 'Relentless Focus On Delivery' Needed In Reshaping Military
General Sir Nick Carter also said traditional capabilities will remain "relevant for some time to come".
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Football Darren Drysdale: Referee Says He Hasn't Considered Quitting After Incident With Ipswich Player
Sergeant Darren Drysdale said he is "not ready to give up the game" following a controversial incident with Ipswich Town's Alan Judge.
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News BFPO Pushes Back Deadline For Start Of New Mail Regulations
The enforcement date has been pushed back from next Monday to allow more UK businesses time to implement the changes.
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World Why Is Climate Change 'Firmly A Defence Problem'?
A new report has outlined how defence can reach sustainability targets and the impact climate change could have on operations.
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Tri-Service Military 'Needs To Adapt' Due To Climate Change
Lieutenant General Richard Nugee, author of a new sustainability report, spoke to Forces News about changes the military needs to make.
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Sport Navy's Olympic Rowing Champion Helps Raise Thousands In Charity Challenge
Lieutenant Commander Pete Reed completed the 'Race the Thames' team event alongside individuals also undergoing rehab at Stanford Hall.
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RAF RAF Typhoons Scrambled To Intercept Russian Aircraft
Typhoons were launched from RAF Lossiemouth as the Russian jets approached the UK area of interest.
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Sea vessels HMS Blyth Returns To Scotland After Completing NATO Mission
The minehunter sailed more than 4,000 miles during her deployment.
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Army British Army Apaches tested in Arctic conditions
As part of Exercise Clockwork, the cold weather aviation operators' course has been training personnel in extreme conditions.
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World UK Defence Chief Signs Joint Letter Condemning Myanmar Military Violence
Military chiefs from 12 countries have put their names to the document.
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Gaming Army E-Sports Team Competes Against Professional Organisation For First Time
A three-day tournament against 4Elements from the Netherlands was a tough test for the Army.
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Navy HMS Trenchant Returns To Devonport For Last Time Ahead Of Decommissioning
The nuclear-powered submarine was welcomed into Devonport Naval Base for the final time ahead of her decommissioning.
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Army Royal Regiment Of Scotland Turns 15
It was formed in March 2006, when Scotland's historic infantry regiments were amalgamated.
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Army British Troops Deliver Cold Weather Training To Serbian Officers
The 10-day course focused on winter warfare experiences and safety training including avalanche awareness.
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Technology Medics To Use New Kit For More Fast-Paced Commando Operations
The Commando Forward Surgical Group will restructure into a more agile and lighter support medic unit.