John Jenkins: D-Day Veteran Dies Aged 100
John Jenkins served as a Platoon Sergeant with the Pioneer Corps during World War Two, and spoke at the D-Day 75 commemorations this year.
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News Armed Forces At Christmas: Traditions Then And Now
There are a number of Christmas traditions developed by the military over the years.
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Naval History 'World's Oldest' Christmas Pudding Celebrates 120th Birthday
The dessert was sent to British personnel serving on the front line in the Boer War during Christmas 1899.
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Iran First Sea Lord: Shipping Still Under Threat In Iran
Royal Navy chief Admiral Tony Radakin remains committed to a naval presence in the region.
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Politics Cabinet Reshuffle: Former Army Officer Appointed Defence Procurement Minister
Former Army Major James Heappey has been appointed, with Anne-Marie Trevelyan moving to another defence ministerial role.
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RAF British F-35B Makes First Launch From UK Waters
The first alongside fixed wing flight of an F-35B from HMS Queen Elizabeth took place in Portsmouth.
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RAF Santa Rides With RAF For Surprise Children's Hospital Visit
It is an annual tradition that has been going on for a decade.
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Politics Defence Overhaul Expected After Previous Spending Branded 'A Farce'
The Prime Minister's chief aide, Dominic Cummings, is expected to overhaul defence procurement at the start of next year.
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USA US Calls On North Korea To Renegotiate As Nuclear Deadline Is Rejected
A US diplomat says Washington will not accept an end of year time limit on talks set by North Korea.
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News Compensation Claims Against MOD Rise By 27%
The highest value claim that was settled was worth around £3.3 million.
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Navy Royal Navy Ship Joins Search For Debris Of Crashed Chilean Plane
The ship's Commanding Officer said: "HMS Scott stands ready to provide assistance to the search and recovery effort.”
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Army MOD Investigating If Christmas Fancy Dress Lunch Breached Army Standards
An Army spokesman said they are "aware" of the images circulating on social media.
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Army Sovereign's Parade: Newest Officer Cadets Commission Into Army
The officer cadets officially commissioned into their respected armies on the stroke of midnight.
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Gurkhas Nepal Calls For Review Of Gurkha Recruitment Deal
There are around 3,000 Nepalis in the Brigade of Gurkhas who have fought in conflicts including Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Balkans.
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North Korea North Korea Conducts 'Crucial Test' At Rocket Site
North Korea said the test would further strengthen its "reliable strategic nuclear deterrent".
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Politics What Does The Election Result Mean For Defence?
The Conservative Party won the landslide majority at the 2019 General Election.