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In Afghanistan
  • 1st Mechanized Brigade takes over in Helmand

    The Army's 1st Mechanized Brigade has taken command of Task Force Helmand in southern Afghanistan marking the start of Operation Herrick 18.

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

  • The future of Afghanistan

    Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has today responded to points made in a House of Commons Defence Select Committee report on Afghanistan.

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

  • Royal Marines leave Afghanistan for last time

    The last full Royal Marines commando group to serve in Afghanistan on Operation Herrick is returning to the UK.

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

  • Gallantry award for soldier who rescued wounded comrade

    A soldier who risked his life in Afghanistan to rescue a wounded comrade during a ferocious ambush has been awarded a Mention in Despatches.

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

  • Gallantry award for quick-thinking soldier involved in violent ambush

    A soldier who assisted the injured crew of a stricken vehicle in Afghanistan while under fire has been awarded a Mention in Despatches.

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

  • Front line Army chef commended

    A British Army chef has been recognised by the senior UK commander in Helmand for his social and culinary contributions in Afghanistan.

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

  • Oldest gallantry award for stand-out soldier

    A soldier who went to live in Spain and joined the British Army's Royal Gibraltar Regiment has been awarded a Mention in Despatches.

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

  • Honour for TA soldier who took command after officers were shot

    A Territorial Army soldier who fought off Afghan insurgents after his 2 senior officers were shot has been awarded a Mention in Despatches.

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

  • Faith on the front line

    First RAF reservist chaplain in Afghanistan.

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

  • RAF training Afghanistan's Air Force

    2 future RAF pilots have been providing vital language and aviation training to aspiring Afghan pilots in Herat province, Afghanistan.

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

  • RAF Chinook pilot honoured for courage

    An RAF pilot who risked his life to rescue UK and Afghan forces under fire in Helmand province has received the Distinguished Flying Cross.

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

  • Private risked life to save fellow soldier

    A soldier who removed his helmet and body armour, under attack, to carry a stricken comrade to safety has been commended for his bravery.

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

  • Army and Navy units deploy to Afghanistan

    Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland are deploying to Afghanistan and 847 Naval Air Squadron is already at work there.

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

  • RAF Tornado squadron returns from Afghanistan

    Personnel from IX (Bomber) Squadron have returned from a successful 4-month deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Herrick.

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

  • Victoria Cross for fallen hero

    The 'supremely courageous and inspiring' actions of a soldier killed in Afghanistan to be recognised with UK's highest award for gallantry.

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

  • Military working dogs deploy to Afghanistan

    Soldiers from 104 Military Working Dog Unit and their canine partners are this week deploying to Afghanistan on Operation Herrick 18.

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

  • Army captain locates mother after 27 years apart

    After years of searching for her long-lost mother, an Army officer currently based in Afghanistan has finally found her.

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

  • Sergeant Beth Wilson on serving in Afghanistan

    In recognition of International Women's Day on 8 March, we are profiling women making their mark in the Armed Forces.

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

  • RAF firefighters train Afghan counterparts

    RAF firefighters serving in Afghanistan have been training Afghans to take the lead for fire safety in Camp Shorabak, Helmand province.

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

  • RAF and Danish helicopter crews train together for Afghanistan

    RAF helicopter crews have exercised with their counterparts from the Royal Danish Air Force in preparation for deployment to Afghanistan.

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