Troops returning to a changed UK

By the end of 1945 troops were back home in the UK. But a UK that looked very different from the one they’d left when at the outbreak of war.

Matt Tomlinson

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 Sunday

Remembrance Sunday is a national opportunity to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life.

Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF)

X-Forces Enterprise

X-Forces Enterprise is a Social Enterprise that nurtures entrepreneurial ambition and enterprise skills specifically for the military community.

Affiliates

With your help we can raise more awareness for The Royal British Legion while you earn commission.

Walking With The Wounded

Walking With The Wounded supports veterans with physical, mental, or social injuries on their journey to reintegrate back into society.

Gender Pay Gap Report

The Royal British Legion is committed to becoming a truly inclusive organisation, where everyone feels valued for the contribution they make.

Coronation of His Majesty The King 

We are honoured to be participating in the Coronation Procession, where we will provide a Guard of Honour of 100 Standard Bearers.

RBL Elections

RBL is recruiting four Trustees for its Board of Trustees and seven representatives for the Membership Council.

I crawled 200 yards under continuous fire

Roy Cockburn left school at 18 to join the army. Three years later he was a Second Lieutenant leading patrols behind enemy lines at Normandy.

Former Petty Officer Janet Riddell, Royal Navy

10 Poppy Facts

After 100 years in circulation as a worldwide symbol symbol of Remembrance, the meaning behind the poppy can get a little lost in translation.