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Private John King

Private John King killed in Afghanistan

The Ministry of Defence must confirm the death of Private John King of 1st Battalion, The Yorkshire Regiment, on 30 December 2011.

Library pic: A prototype unmanned combat aircraft of the future, Taranis.

MOD invests in future air combat systems

The Ministry of Defence has signed a new £40 million contract with BAE Systems to ensure the UK retains a leading edge in the next generation of combat air systems. The contract aims to sustain and develop the UK's technology and skills in this field.

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Soldiers of 20th Armoured Brigade complete their final training on Salisbury Plain ahead of their deployment to Afghanistan.

20th Armoured Brigade

20th Armoured Brigade (The Iron Fist) has taken over as the lead formation of British troops in Helmand province, for Operation HERRICK 15.

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Soldiers of 6 RIFLES on Exercise Lion Star 3 in Cyprus

Territorial and Reserves

The Territorial Army, or TA as it is usually known, is part of Britain's reserve land forces, providing support to the Regular Army at home and overseas.

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