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How the Attenborough of his day survived being torpedoed and helped boost morale during WW2

1 week ago | forces.net | Laura Skitt

During the darkest days of the Second World War, a British Army veteran and his Scottish golden eagle brought joy to children who, through no fault of their own, were growing up amid the chaos of a war. The multi-talented First World War veteran Captain Charles Knight and his showbiz partner, a golden eagle called Mr Ramshaw, helped boost morale in Britain and America during the war.
Exclusive: Army eyes volunteer force for ceremonial roles like Trooping the Colour

2 weeks ago | forces.net | James Wharton

Officials are drawing up plans to use a volunteer force made up of retired ceremonial soldiers to support state occasions like Trooping the Colour. The move comes as the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment - the Armed Forces' busiest ceremonial unit - looks for ways to ease mounting pressure on its personnel. Former members and those nearing retirement have already been approached to see if they would consider getting back in the saddle.
Former soldier and British para snowboarder Scott McNeice dies

2 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

Tributes have been paid to former soldier and promising para snowboarder Scott McNeice, who has died. McNeice joined the British Army in 2003 and served as a health care assistant in the Army Nursing Corps, where he completed operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. In 2017, he sustained a service-related knee injury, which led to him opting for an elective amputation and being medically discharged from the Army.
Royal Navy's flagship leads Carrier Strike Group 25 into the Mediterranean

2 weeks ago | forces.net | Jonathan Moynihan

HMS Prince of Wales has led Carrier Strike Group 25 to the Mediterranean after it set sail last week. The 65,000-tonne aircraft carrier, along with most of her strike group – which includes the submarine HMS Astute, Type 45 destroyer HMS Dauntless, Type 23 frigate HMS Richmond, and Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels RFA Tideforce and Tidespring – has now passed the Strait of Gibraltar.
The witnesses of Gallipoli campaign whose stories shed light on horrors of battle

2 weeks ago | forces.net | Tim Cooper

The Gallipoli campaign was an ill-fated attempt by Britain, Russia and France to weaken the Ottoman Empire by taking control of the Turkish Straits. Thousands of Australian and New Zealand troops took part in the failed operation and, in recognition of their efforts, the start of the battle is now known as Anzac Day. A monitor ship from the Royal Navy and a Victoria Cross are artefacts that tell us much about the people associated with them and what happened on the battlefield.
Phase two recruit Josh McKay crowned one of the strongest soldiers in the Army

2 weeks ago | forces.net | James Wharton

Seventeen of the strongest men and women across the Armed Forces have tested their power and determination at the first-ever Forces Strongman and Strongwoman competition – a landmark event that could soon become an officially recognised military sport. Competitors from across defence battled through a series of punishing challenges designed to test every aspect of physical strength.
Army captain Kat Matthews roars to record-breaking victory at IRONMAN Texas

2 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

British Army captain Kat Matthews has made history by taking the win at IRONMAN Texas while also setting a new world record time for a full-distance race by a woman. This is Capt Matthews' third consecutive win in Texas, this time completing the course in a staggering 8:10.34, finishing ahead of American favourite Taylor Knibb. BFBS Sport also understands that Matthews' win in Texas marked her final race as a serving member of the UK Armed Forces.
Making the best of the best: Gurkha recruits take their first steps in the field

3 weeks ago | forces.net | James Wharton

It is where every infantry soldier's journey begins – the training area at Catterick. Here, 135 young men are learning the fundamentals of soldiering, from the art of camouflage to the tactics of moving across open terrain. It is physically demanding, mentally exhausting and a world away from civilian life. But it is also where the transformation into a Gurkha begins. This year's intake is nine weeks into a tough basic training programme run by the Gurkha Company, Infantry Training Centre Catterick.
RAF lock Josh McNally re-signs for Cardiff Rugby on one-year extension

3 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

Royal Air Force rugby union star Sergeant Josh McNally has committed his future to Cardiff Rugby by signing a new one-year contract with the Welsh outfit. The 34-year-old second row made the move to Cardiff Rugby from Bath last summer and has played a pivotal role in his debut season at the club, with 18 appearances and scoring a try. Sgt McNally also captained the team in the recent BKT United Rugby Championship encounter against Hollywoodbets Sharks.
Royal Navy dumped from Portsmouth Senior Cup following defeat to AFC Portchester

3 weeks ago | forces.net | Craig Tilley

The Royal Navy senior men's football team will not be defending their Portsmouth Senior Cup title after a 4-0 loss in their semi-final fixture against AFC Portchester. A different looking Navy side compared to their Inter Services line-up, skippered by Saul Thorpe, the Senior Service put on a resilient display against the newly crowned Wessex League Premier Division champions.