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Joseph Hammond, from Ghana, joined the army in 1943 and bravely served In Burma in the 82nd West African Division, experiencing intense fighting.
At The Royal British Legion Group, we believe in being open and up front with individuals about how we use their personal data.
The Battle Back Centre Lilleshall was established in 2011 by The Legion to support wounded and sick Service personnel.
19 March, 2024 The charity invites people to mark the historic anniversary at events across the UK, France and in their own communities.
Sam serves as a Corporal in the Paras and his tattoos show the significant impact that joining this elite airborne regiment has had on his identity.
27 April, 2025 Former RAF medic runs the London Marathon to support the RBL after the charity rescued him from sleeping rough.
We've collected these additional resources on rights, benefits, pensions and allowances you may find useful.
Our team base all our work on the latest evidence and views from the Armed Forces community, our members, leading researchers and experts.
Scottish Veterans Residences offers housing and help to veterans in need in Scotland. Find out the services it provides, like the Transitional Support Programme.
Need to move back to or out of the UK? Learn more about Heathrow Travel Care, how referrals work, and how to get help with repatriation.
Join us for Manchester Poppy Day – a fundraising collection day all in aid of the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal.
At the end of WW2 millions were homeless, transport links had been destroyed, and many nations’ industry were in ruins.
Between 1947 and 1963 a generation of young British men served their country as National Service conscripts. The last of these to finish was a young man named Richard Vaughan.
8 May 1945 – Victory in Europe Day. After nearly six years of war Germany officially surrendered on 7 May 1945 and the conflict was finally over. Learn more here.
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