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Rajindar's story

Rajindar Singh Dhatt was born in Punjab and joined the army in 1941. He was part of the relief at Kohima and Imphal before serving in the gruelling Burma campaign.

Keith's story

Keith Botterill was underage when he joined the Australian Army. He was captured at Singapore and endured the horror of prison camps in Borneo.

Royal British Legion Group

The Great Pilgrimage

In 1928, a decade after the end of the First World War, the British Legion took veterans and war widows on the Great Pilgrimage to remember those who lost their lives.

Poppy Appeal Volunteers

Our volunteers have been at the heart of the Poppy Appeal for over 100 years, helping us raise millions of pounds. Apply now to become a Poppy Appeal volunteer.

Abby Winchester

Abby Winchester was nicknamed ‘the machine’ by her friends in the RAF due to her physical prowess and love of sport.

Funeral Directors

Families may reach out to funeral directors for help and support when arranging a collection for their loved one in lieu of flowers.

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.

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.

Contact Jon Keighren

Please use this form to get in touch with Jon Keighren, PR Officer at RBL for the North of England.

Volunteering Roles in Kent, Surrey, East Sussex & West Sussex

Volunteering Roles in Kent, Surrey, East Sussex & West Sussex

MPs recognise RBL’s impact in a rare debate

Members of Parliament held a dedicated debate recognising the contributions, work and history of RBL and Poppyscotland in their communities and nationally.

Codebreaking sisters of WW2

While sisters Pat Davies & Jean Argles served in the Second World War as codebreakers, their father had been captured and taken as a prisoner of war in the Far East.

VJ Day 80

In 2025, RBL will commemorate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day at the National Memorial Arboretum to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and the end of the Second World War.

Maurice House

Near the coastal town of Broadstairs, Kent, Maurice House enjoys picturesque coastal views of Joss Bay. Providing expert care including respite stays.