Birth certificate of WWI tank rediscovered and up for auction
The only known and recently discovered blueprint of a First World War British Mark 1 tank is to go under the hammer.
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Special forces British Special Forces – where they came from and what they do
An examination of the histories and current roles of the UK’s Special Forces units.
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WWII Watch: The British WW2 hero who sacrificed himself to save Dutch civilians at Arnhem
Private Albert Willingham dived on top of a grenade in a cellar during Operation Market Garden.
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Army Rangers – the American history behind the new British Army regiment
How British Rangers might compare with American Green Berets and Rangers
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Remembrance Watch: Incredible 1917 footage of WW1 Army hero being awarded Victoria Cross
Private Jack Cunningham VC single-handedly cleared enemy trenches during the Battle of the Somme in World War One.
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Army History Who was Walter Tull?
A look at the remarkable life of the military and footballing trailblazer who played for sides including Tottenham Hotspur and Rangers.
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WWII Why is the American military Jeep so iconic?
On the road with a restored Jeep, and a detailed look at the history of the iconic vehicle.
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Army Seventh generation soldier from one family begins Army career
Military service in the British Army in the Stewart/Cartwright family dates back to 1799, during the Napoleonic Wars.
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History Tin Noses Shop: The Sculptor Who Made Masks For The Mutilated Faces Of WWI
The French referred to these WWI wounded veterans as having 'gueules cassées' or 'broken faces'.
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Army Know Your Army – Boats And Aircraft
A look at the different vessels and aircraft supporting the British Army.
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Army Know Your Army – Weapons And Organisation
A look at the structure of the British Army and the weapons it uses.
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WWII Tanks and infantry – the almost-forgotten war-winning combination
How a combined-arms, infantry-tank approach helped the Allies win WW2.
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Army History Dead Regiments – And Those Who Served In Them
Fond memories of British Army units that no longer exist.
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WWII Tomahawk Warrior – How A WW2 Bomber Crash Left A Lifetime Memory
The tragic story of how a B-17 crash had a profound impact on those who witnessed it.
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Long Reads Marathon And The Military – The Battle Behind The Famous Race
Learn the military history of the well-known running event.
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Music Watch Kneller Hall – A Final Farewell Right Here
This bank holiday weekend, BFBS Radio 2, Forces TV and BFBS Extra celebrated military music.