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Abby Winchester was nicknamed ‘the machine’ by her friends in the RAF due to her physical prowess and love of sport.
Read the stories of three soldiers who contracted malaria when they served in the Far East during the Second World War.
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What is the inspiration and history behind the poppy becoming a symbol of Remembrance?
An essential part of maintaining morale was keeping troops entertained. Most units had a joker, and larger units would stage pantomimes.
For millions of pre-partition Indian Army soldiers who had fought in the Far East, peace brought a number of challenges.
Lawrence Sabatini's tattoos feature symbols of Remembrance, paying tribute to those who have died in the service of Commonwealth countries.
The National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph will take place on Sunday 12 November 2023.
From handmade silk poppies to the new plastic-free poppy made entirely from paper, discover how the poppy has evolved over the past 100 years.
Often the tattoos worn by people in our Armed Forces are more than body art. They are deeply personal, unconventional acts.
Being part of the military is more than just a job. When joining a unit, they become part of a larger family with its own history and traditions.
We mark the contribution and sacrifice of the generation in uniform who undertook National Service.
Danielle Cummings has overcome many challenges since joining the Royal Navy after leaving school, with deployments from Afghanistan to Bahrain.
Dedicated to those who lost their lives while under his command, Matt’s tattoo on his back depicts the silhouette of a bugler from the Royal Marines.
Remembrance honours the service and sacrifice of our Armed Forces, veterans, and their families. They protect our way of life.
Commonwealth forces outnumbered British forces in the Far East, and they were essential in bringing the war against Japan to an end.
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