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In Afghanistan
  • Mother of Victoria Cross hero speaks of her pride

    The mother of a British soldier, posthumously awarded a Victoria Cross for his actions in Afghanistan, has spoken of her pride for her son.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defence civilians awarded for Afghanistan efforts

    Thirteen MOD civilians were officially recognised last week for their work supporting the NATO-led mission in Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • North West troops welcomed home from Afghanistan

    Soldiers of the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment were welcomed back from operations in Afghanistan by crowds in Cumbria yesterday, 20 May.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal Marines final Afghanistan homecoming

    A heroes' welcome greeted Royal Marines of 40 Commando in Taunton yesterday as thousands turned out to welcome them home from Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Nurses of conflict commemorated from Afghanistan

    UK nurses in Afghanistan marked International Nurses Week by remembering fellow nurses who have served in conflict zones across the globe.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal approval for Army Air Corps

    Reservists and regular soldiers have been honoured by the Prince of Wales for their service operating the Army's helicopters in Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British and Afghan troops destroy insurgent explosives cache

    British and Afghan soldiers have destroyed a significant insurgent bomb cache in Helmand province.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Fusiliers hand Helmand checkpoint to Afghan Police

    British soldiers of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers have handed Afghan security forces control of a checkpoint in Helmand province.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 4th Mechanized Brigade remembers its fallen

    Hundreds of personnel from 4th Mechanized Brigade gathered in York Minster today, 2 May, for a service of remembrance and thanksgiving.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Soldier breaks up bomb-making network

    Corporal Luke Townsend is returning to the UK after a successful tour of Afghanistan in which he managed to break up a bomb-making network.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Navy reservist creates 'Afghan Archers' on Helmand radio

    A Royal Navy reservist has created a hit radio programme in Helmand province inspired by BBC Radio 4's popular soap opera 'The Archers'.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK personnel join ANZAC Day commemoration in Afghanistan

    British military personnel joined their coalition partners from Australia and New Zealand in commemorating ANZAC Day yesterday, 25 April.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Edinburgh parade marks soldiers' return from Afghanistan

    Soldiers of 1st Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland marched through Edinburgh on Saturday to mark their return from Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defenders of Camp Bastion recognised in Operational Honours List

    Two RAF Regiment personnel have been honoured for their actions in defending Camp Bastion in Afghanistan against an insurgent attack.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Change in Helmand province

    Senior British military officers described the progress being made in southern Afghanistan at a media briefing in London yesterday.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • A role model for a generation

    A young combat medical technician awarded the Queen's Commendation for Valuable Service talks about her experiences in Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Quick thinking in the face of the enemy

    A Military Cross winner from last summer's operational tour in Helmand province talks about his experiences.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • An honour to meet you

    A Military Cross winner from last summer's operational tour in Helmand province talks about his experiences.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Wounded officer and medic who saved him both awarded MC

    A soldier who led an assault after being injured in an ambush, and the medic who saved his life, have both been awarded the Military Cross.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Soldier braved bullets for shot comrade

    A British soldier who dragged an injured comrade 20 metres across open ground while under enemy fire in Afghanistan has been honoured.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government