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INTERVIEW: Brian Wood and the Battle of Danny Boy

August 1, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

Awarded the Military Cross for his gallant, heroic, selfless acts on the frontline to standing trial accused of war crimes: Brian Wood MC has a story to share. He takes Lorne Gillies back to 2003 and the Battle of Danny Boy.

The events celebrating Armed Forces Day

June 27, 2019June 28, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

Saturday (29 June) is Armed Forces Day, where we show our appreciation for the Armed Forces and everything they do for the UK.

The power of a reservist this Reserves Day 2019

June 26, 2019June 28, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

Today (26 June) is Reserves Day – when we say thank you to the UK’s Reserve Forces for their hard work and dedication to their country.

Saying thank you to our Armed Forces

June 25, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

Ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday (29 June), military charity, SSAFA, is calling on the nation to reassess their view of the Forces, to celebrate the ‘everyday’ heroes serving the UK.

Giving back as a volunteer with SSAFA

May 16, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

After leaving the military volunteering can help you give back to the Armed Force community. We speak to one veteran volunteering with SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, about his experiences helping his fellow comrades.

Translating your transferable skills

May 15, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

Your time in the military has equipped you with numerous skills that are extremely valuable on civvy street. It can be hard to know how to market yourself to employers, but there’s support out there to help you find a career you’ll excel in.

The significance of Commonwealth Day for the Armed Forces

March 11, 2019March 15, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

Today (11 March) is Commonwealth Day, a chance to celebrate the diversity and unity of the Commonwealth.

Celebrating this London Poppy Day

November 1, 2018November 1, 2018 adminLeave a Comment

Today (1 November) is London Poppy Day. Celebrated on the first day of November each year, London Poppy Day aims to raise money for The Royal British Legion in the run up to Remembrance Day.

4 PARA reserves complete half marathon to raise money for Erskine

October 1, 2018October 1, 2018 adminLeave a Comment

Members of the A company 4th Battalion Parachute Regiment (4 PARA) completed a half marathon yesterday (30 September) to raise money for veterans’ charity Erskine. Ten reserve paratroopers from 4 PARA took part in the Great Scottish Run half marathon while carrying a weighted began each. Erskine t-shirts were attached to the 40 pound begans as they ran […]

The importance of relationships when you’ve just left the military

June 27, 2018June 26, 2018 adminLeave a Comment

“Everyone’s experience of leaving the service is individual and unique,” says Denise Knowles, a counsellor at Relate, the UK’s largest provider of relationship support. “It’s all about managing expectations, for the person leaving the services, but also for their family.” Transitioning from the military into civilian life can come with challenges and new experiences, and […]