Poppies installation returns to Tower of London to mark VE Day 80 commemorations
The main installation will resemble a wound at the centre of the Tower of London, with poppies flowing out over the lawn.
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Northern Ireland Trial date set for former soldier accused of murder over Bloody Sunday deaths
Soldier F, who cannot be identified, is accused of the murders of James Wray and William McKinney in 1972.
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Forces Charities Military fitness coach Farren Morgan finishes 1,000-mile ruck challenge for veterans charity
He ran the equivalent of 38 marathons, all while carrying a 35lb backpack and overcoming painful injuries.
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Veterans Veterans find purpose on the fairway at Caddie School for Soldiers in St Andrews
The programme aims to help aid the recovery of physical or mental injuries and give veterans a chance to become a professional golf caddie.
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Veterans Royals lead tributes as last surviving Battle of Britain pilot dies at the age of 105
The Prince and Princess of Wales lead tributes to Group Captain John "Paddy" Hemingway, who was the last of The Few.
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Politics 'Fortune favours the brave' Mission: Everest team attempts summit like never before
Minister Al Carns' challenge has never been done before and, if successful, will be the fastest-ever ascent of Mount Everest.
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Women Women think around corners, men see in straight lines: WW2 veteran's comments go viral
A WW2 veteran has become an online sensation, with thousands praising her powerful words on war and the role of women in a leadership role.
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Women Battle of Britain plotter recalls seeing Churchill looking on - wreathed in cigar smoke
Kay Thomas, who was based at RAF Uxbridge in 1940, is one of the last remaining women to have served during the Battle of Britain.
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Women Inspirational veterans mark 80 years of vital work on International Women's Day
The event organised by the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans honoured the huge contribution women made during the Second World War.
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Army Veterans gain insight of military driver training and Army in 2025 at DST event
Around 80 veterans gathered at the Defence School of Transport to meet former colleagues and learn from specialist instructors.
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News 642 died beside our allies – PM's tribute after JD Vance's 'hasn't fought a war' jibe
Sir Keir Starmer remembered the sacrifice of UK troops in Afghanistan and Iraq following the US Vice President's controversial remarks.
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Veterans Second World War Mosquito pilot and legendary RAF hero Colin Bell turns 104
RAF veteran Flt Lt Colin Bell flew the de Havilland Mosquito fighter bomber and survived 50 raids over Germany.
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Royal Marines From Suez to a tumble dryer: Crisis averted as ex-Royal Marine gets new beret
Former Commando Bert Preece had been devastated when his green beret was damaged in the tumble dryer at his care home.
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Invictus Games JJ Chalmers reveals Invictus memories from London 2014 to latest Games in Canada
The former Royal Marine sat down with Cath Brazier to discuss his time at the Invictus Games.
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Gurkhas Ex-Gurkha Hari Budha Magar scales peak to get one step closer to Seven Summits record
The double above-knee amputee becomes the first person with such a disability to reach the summit of the highest mountain outside of Asia.
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Sport Hitting the bullseye: Military sport boards officially recognise Darts as a Forces sport
After a 2024 full of growth, the military darts community are celebrating becoming an official Forces sport.