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It can be difficult for people to relate to the struggles faced by military families. Read about their stories.
After suffering a mental breakdown in 2017, Army veteran Becky fought back and conquered the Himalayas with our help.
Our magazine is free for all members and includes the latest news from branches, plus in-depth stories about our services and the people we support.
Originally from Jamaica, Albert Jarrett, 96, signed up to join the RAF in 1942 on the island before travelling to the UK in 1943.
We invite our members and supporters to stage exhibitions and host events to celebrate the service of veterans in their communities. Find out more and a guide to help plan events.
After becoming separated during the Covid-19 pandemic, we helped reunite Army veteran Chris with his family in time for Christmas in 2020.
Former Royal Marine Commando Pete Dunning on the unveiling of the Iraq and Afghan Memorial.
When serving in Afghanistan in 2006, Andy Barlow ran into a minefield to help an injured fellow solider. This changed his life forever.
Our benefits and money advice team can help you manage your finances and also support you if you are experiencing financial problems.
Survey results: shockingly 69% of the UK have little idea what the military actually do. How much do you know?
We support veterans, those in active service and their families with rehabilitation, finances, employment, housing and other vital services.
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.
The 2019 Challenge Cup at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge raised an incredible £100,000 for our Battle Back centre.
At 18, Kenneth Lown joined the Fleet Air Arm of The Royal Navy and trained as an Observer.
Tom Boardman became a prisoner of war when British forces surrendered to Japan in Singapore in 1942.
