Day: 5 April 2011

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The Queen visits RAF Valley

By Sharon Black

Her Majesty The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh made a formal visit to RAF Valley last week to see the new UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS), and received a tour of some of the facilities from their grandson Flight Lieutenant William Wales – otherwise known as Prince William.

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Royal Marines take the baton from the Royal Irish in Nad ‘Ali

By Sharon Black

Royal Marines from 45 Commando are settling into camp in Afghanistan at the start of their six-month tour after taking over the reins in Nad ‘Ali (South) from 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment who have been providing security and laying the groundwork for future transition over the last six months.