Team UK: Gemma's Story

Gemma served for over 15 years in the Armed Forces as a Physiotherapy Officer. After a serious injury brought about a premature end to her military career, she'll be representing Team UK as Vice Captain at the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.

How we support the Armed Forces community

We are here to help members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families. And we’re not going anywhere.

Invictus Games: Dan's story 

Royal Navy veteran Dan shares how RBL is supporting his recovery through adaptive sport after his military career was ended by chronic illness.

Team UK: Neil's Story     

Neil Fellingham served for over 12 years in the RAF as a Senior Aircraftsman Technician, but his career was cut short after he sustained a serious leg injury. In 2025 he will compete as part of Team UK at the Invictus Games in Canada, competing in adaptive sports including Wheelchair Basketball and Alpine Skiing.

Invictus Games: Pete's story

Pete shares how the RBL is helping him reconnect with sports through the Invictus Games, after years of severe pain and his discharge from the RAF.

Veteran gears up to take on 156 miles Sahara Desert race

Army veteran Dan Darkes will take on the grueling 156 mile Marathon des Sables in the Sahara desert in April 2020 to raise money for the Legion.

Jake's story

Jake Shroff was struggling with isolation and living with PTSD when he reached out for help to buy a new trike to regain some independence.

Fundraisers take on 480-mile trek from Windsor to Edinburgh

A team of veterans are walking from Windsor castle to Edinburgh castle in just 10 days to raise money for the Armed Forces community.

From RAF Flight Sergeant to RBL Advocate: Stacey’s Journey

RBL helped us come back together after tragedy

After her husband took his own life, we stepped in to support Chantelle and her young family.

From Team UK competitor to coach – Ben's story  

Ben talks about his sports recovery journey and his selection for the Invictus Games Dusseldorf before eventually becoming a coach.

Community Connections

The Royal British Legion supports our Armed Forces community by building connections with a variety of organisations and community groups.

They still go

Every year, thousands of people make huge sacrifices to serve in our Armed Forces. When they come back, we ensure they have the support they need.

Maisie's story

Maisie is selling cakes and poppies outside her school to raise money after we helped support her dad Duane, who left the Army earlier this year.

Mark's story

Army veteran Mark volunteered for the Poppy Appeal after a 35-year career in the military.

Alan's story

Alan was inspired to get involved with the Poppy Appeal when his family received support from the Legion after he was paralysed.