29 June 2024
Traditionally, St George is a symbol of England’s chivalry and bravery. But he’s also the namesake of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers’ pet dog, a young Otterhound right at the start of his military career. The 18-month-old pup has been involved in military operations including deploying on Exercise Tractable on Salisbury Plain with thousands of […]
Longest or shortest way up? Palm facing down or out? You may not know it, but there are traditions and rules behind every British military salute. We’ve made some short videos to show you how to get it right in the styles of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force – so you can take […]
Armed Forces personnel from all three services enjoyed a day at the races yesterday when they and their families were welcomed to the Berkshire racecourse for Royal Ascot’s very own Armed Forces Day. Royal Ascot offered discounted tickets to military personnel and volunteers from the Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force supported Ascot’s racecourse staff as stewards. Tens […]
The Queen’s Birthday Parade, known as ‘Trooping the Colour’ which took place on Horse Guards on Saturday 13 June, was the end of an era for one Welsh Guardsman who has spent 13 years overseeing some of the British military’s biggest ceremonies. Garrison Sergeant Major William ‘Billy’ Mott – the Army’s senior Warrant Officer – retired […]