Would You Be Prepared to Fight for Your Country?

One in four British civilians would be prepared to fight for their country, a survey has revealed. The research by polling organisation WIN/Gallup found that only 27 per cent of respondents said they would take up arms, against a global average of 60 per cent. With 2014 marking the centenary of the start of the First World War the company decided to… Read More

16/02/201515/02/2015 by Andrew Marshall

Think of your Waistline: The Gulp Campaign

A new campaign called Gulp (Give Up Loving Pop) takes to the road in half term week to tell the truth about the harmful effects of sugary drinks. There is a chronic lack of awareness among adults and young people about the effect of sugary drinks on weight and and a range of associated health… Read More

14/02/2015 by Andrew Marshall

British Army RSM Salutes Royal Marines Sergeant-Major

In what year was the Regimental Sergeant Major of the Coldstream Guards required to salute the Sergeant-Major of the Royal Marines Battalion (formed for London Duties)?

13/02/201501/01/2015 by Andrew Marshall

British Army Diving (66)

13/02/201509/02/2015 by Andrew Marshall

British Army to Introduce the Position of Sergeant Major of the Army

Finally, the British Army has decided to introduce the position of Sergeant Major of the Army. The individual appointed in this role will become the most senior soldier in the British Army and provide the troops’ perspective at the top level, advising General Carter (Chief of the General Staff). The post holder will also become a member of the executive… Read More

13/02/201501/01/2015 by Andrew Marshall

Could & Must…

“The strong did what they could, and the weak suffered what they must.“ Thucydides: a famous historian, philosopher, and general from ancient Greece, who is known for his works on history, such as his historical work on the Peloponnesian War.