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Tom Boardman became a prisoner of war when British forces surrendered to Japan in Singapore in 1942.
The Poppy Lottery complaints and disputes. Unfortunately, sometimes things go wrong and when they do, we want to know.
Gilbert Bradley and Gordon Bowsher fell in love before the start of WW2; but when Gilbert joined the army their relationship survived through letters.
By working with the Legion's legacy team, we can ensure that a generous gift will have the greatest impact on the lives of the armed forces community.
Royal British Legion urges the UK Government to improve the Armed Forces Bill to enable the Covenant to truly deliver on behalf of those who have served our country.
“Being able to support all the staff hands-on, which in turn allows them to support our beneficiaries and our Armed Forces community – that’s amazing.”
After 100 years, we look back on how RBL has worked with The Poppy Factory to support wounded, injured and sick veterans back into employment.
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.
The welfare and wellbeing of the Armed Forces has been at the heart of RBL since our inception in 1921. One of our earliest interventions saw us create a dedicated hospital and village to support ex-serving personnel suffering from tuberculosis after the First World War.
Learn about the Pre-2000 ban on homosexuality in the UK Armed Forces and explore resources, guidance, and support for LGBTQ+ service members and veterans.
Our NHS registration guide provides guidance for veterans on accessing civilian healthcare services, including GP and dental registration. Read more here.
To mark Commonwealth Day and International Women’s Day, we're celebrating how their roles have changed over the last 100 years.
Explore the history of VJ Day, marking Japan’s surrender in 1945, and learn about the vital role of Commonwealth and Allied forces in the Far East campaign.
As a carer it can be hard to find the time to look after yourself. We're here to support you, and those you’re caring for, to get the help you need.
Find guidance on dealing with debt, including free online resources, repayment plans and available support services.
There are many ways you can raise money to help support the Armed Forces community. Use our tried and tested methods to help boost your fundraising!
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