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British Army

Discover the brave soldiers who protect the United Kingdom, from ancient times to today!

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AJAX, the Future Armoured Fighting Vehicle for the British Army

AJAX, the Future Armoured Fighting Vehicle for the British Army

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BRITISH ARMY MEDICS HELP SHAPE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE IN HELMAND
Happy Republic Day 2011
British Army Mastiff Armoured Vehicle
My father with Major GK.Lim RAMC, Sierra Leone c 1944. Dr Lim Gim-Kheang 林廣泉 British army detachment.
ex-British Army Bedford RL Truck-Barbados
British Army Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle in Sunset
British Army Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicles
British Army MAN Vehicle
British Army Sniper
Guarding The Convent
AJAX, the Future Armoured Fighting Vehicle for the British Army

Key Facts

Number of Soldiers
Around 108,000 people are part of the British Army.
Started In
1707, when England and Scotland united.
Loyalty Pledge
Soldiers swear allegiance to the monarch.
Fun Fact
The British Army has soldiers from Nepal called Gurkhas, known for their bravery.

Meet the UK's Land Defenders!

Imagine a super-team that protects the United Kingdom on land! That's the British Army. It's made up of amazing people who train hard to be ready for anything. They are like the guardians of the country, always on watch. They work together, like a big family, to keep everyone safe. It's a very important job!

From Olden Times to Now!

The British Army is super old, starting way back in 1707 when England and Scotland joined forces. Before that, they were separate armies! Over many years, they've grown and changed. They've been part of big adventures and challenges, like helping in world wars. Think of it like a school that keeps adding new classrooms and learning new things over hundreds of years!

Why They're Super Important!

The British Army does more than just protect the country. They help people when there are big problems, like floods or earthquakes, both in the UK and in other countries. They also work with other countries to help keep peace around the world. They are like helpers and peacekeepers, making the world a safer place for everyone.

Who's in Charge?

The soldiers promise to be loyal to the King or Queen, who is their commander-in-chief. This means the King or Queen is the boss! The army is managed by a special government department called the Ministry of Defence. The person in charge of the whole army is called the Chief of the General Staff. They make sure everything runs smoothly.

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