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How the Cenotaph became a focus for Remembrance
The UK's national memorial to the fallen was originally intended to stand for a week, but 100 years after it was first erected, the Cenotaph remains the focal point for the UK's annual remembrance parade.
Russia's war strategy shifts into the skies over Ukraine
The Geran-2 – Russia's version of the Iranian Shahed drone – has had a persistent and threatening presence in the skies over Ukraine since the war began in 2022.
HCMR swaps ceremonial duties for sun, sand and sea
After a busy and demanding ceremonial period, the horses and soldiers of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment get time to unwind on the sand and in the sea at Hayling Island
2 Rifles crowned Army Rugby Sevens champions for first time
The Northern Ireland based unit claimed Army rugby's showpiece sevens event thanks to a 29-12 victory over 2nd Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland
Does the DIP do enough for the UK's reserve forces?
Jonny Ball, a veterans community commentator, has told BFBS Forces News that he would have liked to have seen a firmer direction in the DIP regarding expanding the reserves by 20%.
Dan Jarvis as Defence Secretary – a verdict
Jonny Ball, an Afghanistan veteran, has said that Mr Jarvis is an honourable man. Mr Ball said that the Defence Secretary will be fighting tooth and nail for the Armed Forces in Whitehall, given his past service in the Parachute Regiment.
Ukraine rediscovers strategic value of blood
Author and historian Roderick Bailey spoke to BFBS Forces News about his new book, The Lifesavers. He says the book highlights a universal truth about the experiences of service personnel during WW2 which parallels what troops are facing in Ukraine.
Armed Forces Commissioner reaffirms commitment to AF
Polly Miller-Perkins spoke to BFBS Forces News following her appointment and said she will examine issues affecting service families, housing, and the wider military community.
Russia attacking not just Ukrainian people, but culture too
Russia's indiscriminate aerial attacks have claimed a new victim - Kharkiv Art Museum, which houses one of the nation's oldest collections
Concerns raised over shifting govt commitments on housing
Chair of the Defence Committee Tan Dhesi is calling for defence ministers to appear before the committee as soon as possible so the Defence Investment Plan (DIP) can be fully scrutinised. He has also raised concerns that the DIP lacks detail.
Emotional time as VC-holder drives his Warrior once again
WO1 Johnson Beharry, who was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions in Iraq, has driven his Warrior infantry fighting vehicle again for the first time in 22 years – but when it started playing up it brought back some painful memories
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