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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · 11d

Royal British Legion:

We’ve officially launched the Royal British Legion’s 2025 Poppy Appeal.

Set against the backdrop of a stunning immersive poppy display, veterans and their families - whose lives have been rebuilt with RBL’s support - joined us to share their stories.

A man with a beard stands with hands in his pockets wearing a grey jacket with medals and a poppy pin, against a blurred backdrop of a field of red poppies.

Silhouetted figures of people, including a woman with a dog, stand in a row against a backdrop of a poppy field.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · 11d

Remembrance is an important moment of the year when we show our support for our Armed Forces.

Wearing a poppy and supporting the #RoyalBritishLegion is one way to thank the Armed Forces for the sacrifices they continue to make to protect our freedom.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Sep 30

My Fella :)

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 6

Defence Operations:

That MoD is delivering life-saving training to Ukraine🇬🇧🤝🇺🇦

Defence Ukraine surgeons are receiving trauma care training from #DMS_MilMed, enhancing their ability to save lives on the front line.🩺

💪Each scenario builds capability, resilience & readiness.

#StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 6

The Parachute Regiment:

Paratroopers have competed in the Leapfest-International Airborne Competition in the USA, building both their skills and bonds with #NATO and Airborne Forces.

Ready for anything 🇬🇧🆎

#BritishArmy

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 6

Edinburgh Tattoo:

We’re standing by and can’t wait to get the Show going again tomorrow, subject to safety checks, and let the pipes sing once the weather settles.

Massive thanks for all your kind words over the past 24 hours. We feel the love.❤️

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 6

165 Port & Maritime
Regiment - Royal
Logistic Corps:

Think you’re too busy for the Army? Think again!

More: is.gd/uWmtt7

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 6

16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team:

🪂From crude beginnings at RAF Ringway in 1940 to today's Air Delivery Wing at @RAFBrizeNorton, marking 8⃣5⃣ years of parachute training being delivered by the RAF - #airborne forces are a joint effort!

Read more: is.gd/xnpO1b

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 6

Defence Operations:

🌬️Hold your breath…it’s a competition worth aiming for!🎯

The Defence Sniper Comp brings UK 🇬🇧 tri-service, police & global allies together.

Not just to scope out the competition, but also to share tactics, sharpen skills & strengthen ties🤝

Aiming together, #StrongerTogether

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 6

After an urgent appeal from #NHS Blood & Transplant, our soldiers donated blood to help combat shortages.

5,000 donations are still needed daily and each donation can save up to three lives.

Read more ⬇️
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Group of five soldiers in camouflage uniforms inside a gymnasium, one seated donating blood.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 4

To find services in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, visit:

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Support for veterans and their families

Find support for UK armed forces veterans and their families, including help with finance, healthcare, employment, housing, social care and more.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 4

Office for Veterans’ Affairs:

Struggling with your mental health? It doesn't matter how long you served or when you left, if you've served in the armed forces, there is support for you.

Op COURAGE is a specialist service for veterans available across England. Visit nhs.uk/opcourage for more info.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 4

Soldier Magazine:

In August: We meet an inspirational combat sports ace fighting his way back from cancer; look at the must-have skills for the modern warfighter – and sit down for an exclusive chat with the British Army’s top recruiter.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 4

On approval from His Majesty The King, we can proudly reveal The King’s Gurkha Artillery cap badge 🎉

Read about the Army's newest unit ⬇️
ow.ly/cO5a50WyJsG

A British Army officer is tying a white scarf around the neck of a soldier.

A British Army office is placing a new unit cap badge on a beret for presenting to a soldier.

A British Gurkha soldier, facing left to right, has a dark blue beret on his head featuring the cap badge of the King's Gurkha Artillery.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 4

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and the British Army will once again take on the prestigious role of lead Service before a global audience.

Find out more ⬇️
ow.ly/5CNC50WyB5S

Soldiers in blue ceremonial uniforms hold rifles. They are standing in two rows facing each other.

Musicians wear red tunics and black trousers. They are stood on a parade.

Musicians stand in the shape of 75 outside of Edinburgh Castle.

Highland dancers wearing blue tartan uniforms perform. The ground has been made blue with lighting, and the castle in the background has a colour mosaic displayed.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 4

Corps of Royal Engineers:

We are the #Sappers! 💪

From elite training to global missions, we build skills, confidence & careers.

👷‍♂️ Officer or Soldier
🌍 Regular or Reserve
🎓 Civilian quals (up to degree level!)

🚀 We don’t just train—we shape leaders.

#RoyalEngineers #BritishArmy

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 4

Royal Armoured Corps:

A Dragoon Gunner operating the .50 cal Heavy Machine Gun (HMG) mounted on the Jackal 2 vehicle. If you would like to become a member of a Light Cavalry crew please visit

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#armyjobs #lightcav #britisharmy #army #jackal #military #cavalry #bethebest

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Aug 3

Your August 2025 60 Second Update:

💥 Reservists deploy to Michigan for Northern Strike

👊 Baltic Fist in Estonia

🏰 75th Royal Edinburgh Tattoo

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Army Expo 2025 in Scotland

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Jul 8

Defence Animal Training Regiment:

Our Kennel Assistants routinely chop fresh mint leaves up & leave them to soak in hot water from morning to late afternoon.

This aids our dog’s digestion & dental health. As a bonus the dogs have minty fresh breath🍃!

#DATR #MilitaryWorkingDogs
#CanineEnrichment

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Jul 8

Defence Medical Services:

The Defence Medical Services today announced the establishment of the Paramedic Cadre, which for the first time recognises a formal paramedic profession within the Armed Forces.

Read more: is.gd/GnzGxZ

New Defence Paramedics Trade established

The DMS has today announced the establishment of the Paramedic Cadre, which for the first time recognises a formal paramedic profession…

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Jul 8

Royal Hospital Chelsea:

#RHC has been home to the #ChelseaPensioners for 330+ years. A place of care, community and military tradition, set in the heart of London.

The #SoaneStableYard is open all week, with Chelsea Pensioner exhibition, gift shop, and guided tours led by the Chelsea Pensioners.

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Jul 8

Soldier Magazine:

In July:

We go behind the scenes at a hi-tech venue where troops are honing close quarter fighting drills; rendezvous with soldiers using a 3D printer to build drones during a mock battle – and meet the army’s cyber warriors.

See the digital issue here: is.gd/eXH1g7

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Jul 8

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

🚨 SANCTIONED: Russian research institute and two senior Russian military officials at the heart of Russia’s chemical weapons violations.

#StandWithUkraine

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Jul 8

Welcome to your July 2025 edition of the 60 Second Update, including:

🇦🇺 Exercise Talisman Sabre takes place in Australia
🐍 Reservist medics deploy to Kenya for Exercise Haraka Serpent
🎉 Army Servicewomen's network celebrates 10 years

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British Soldier ⌯ Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @britishsoldier.bsky.social · Jul 7

Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 07 July 2025.

Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of language: ow.ly/75Ic50WltMQ

#StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦

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