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Falklands: It’s only in the last few years I’ve realised what we achieved

Aged 17 when the Falklands War broke out, John Sheppard recalls his time as a young chef on board MSV Stena Seaspread during the conflict.

Falklands: John's story

Pat's story

Pat Owtram joined the WRNS at 18, listening to and translated enemy communications, while she and her sister feared for their father who was a prisoner of war.

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People we support

Supporting those who have served and sacrificed to protect our way of life has been at the heart of the Royal British Legion since 1921.

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RBL marks 30th anniversary of Bosnian War

400 veterans and family members attended the commemorative service at the Armed Forces Memorial at the NMA to pay tribute.

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Gian's story

Gian Singh’s Gian's battalion was deployed to the jungles of Burma, where he undertook the actions that would earn him the Victoria Cross.

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100 years of RBL

Discover more about RBL's proud heritage and how a century of supporting the Armed Forces community has built a charity ready for the next 100 years.

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Brigadier Anna Luedicke CBE

Anna led 30-truck convoys of aid. “It was sliding towards the edge of the cliff. I just said to the driver, ‘jump!’”

Brigadier Anna Luedicke CBE

Personal independence payment (PIP)

Learn about who is eligible for Personal independence payments (PIP), how to make a claim, and how the Royal British Legion can help with challenging a decision.

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Adam and fellow members of the Riders' Branch

How Riders' Branch member Adam supports RBL

After leaving the Armed Forces, Adam Brown joined the Royal British Legion Riders’ Branch and has gone on to raise over £100,000 for RBL.

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Stacey’s personal battle with PTSD

After being diagnosed with PTSD and being medically discharged from the Army, Stacey turned to us for support with her recovery.

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Since 2018, pet owners across the UK have helped raise over £1.55 million for the Royal British Legion by purchasing poppy-themed pet products at Pets at Home. Together, we’re showing that small everyday choices, like treating your pet, can make a big difference for veterans and their families.

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