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Paralympic legend backs troops on Armed Forces Day

One of Britain’s most successful Paralympians of all time, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, is encouraging people to go and support troops on next week’s Armed Forces Day. Report by Lorraine McBride.

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Olympic tickets offered to UK Armed Forces members

By Sharon Black

Serving troops are being given the chance to win tickets for next year’s Olympic Games, reports Lorraine McBride.

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Preparing injured soldiers for life after service

By Sharon Black

Thousands of sick and injured soldiers leave the Army every year, and Exercise Roebuck is helping to ease what can be a difficult transition back into civilian life. Report by Lorraine McBride.

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Senior Army NCO gives action figures authentic voice

By Sharon Black

Army Sergeant Majors are world famous for bawling orders that can be heard a mile away. Now, London District’s Garrison Sergeant Major, WO1 Bill Mott, has lent his ear-splitting bark to an infantryman action toy

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British officer honoured for leading Estonians in Helmand

By Sharon Black

The Commanding Officer (CO) of 2nd Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment has been awarded a top Estonian military honour for his part in leading the ISAF partner nation’s forces in Afghanistan. Report by Lorraine McBride.

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Soldier presents cup at FA final

By Sharon Black

A British soldier presented the FA Cup to winners Manchester City after Saturday’s final, having being selected as the FA’s guest of honour for his inspirational leadership and selfless bravery in Afghanistan. Report by Lorraine McBride.

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The town that honours the fallen

By Sharon Black

As the Queen bestowed Royal status on Wootton Bassett, the town’s mayor Mary Champion explained why the caring locals turn out to honour fallen heroes.

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Boxing legend Cooper’s life in the Army

By Sharon Black

British boxing legend Sir Henry Cooper, who sadly died this weekend, found an early home for his stellar talent when he joined the Army for a two-year stint of National Service. Report by Lorraine McBride.

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Cavalry soldiers count down to royal wedding duties

By Sharon Black

Two members of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, each with his part to play in the ceremonial events planned for London this Friday, talk to Lorraine McBride about their preparations and hopes for the big day.

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Love letters from the front line

By Sharon Black

A new exhibition documents remarkable love letters sent by soldiers at war. Report by Lorraine McBride.

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RAF Halton’s best supporting role

By Sharon Black

In award-winning film ‘The King’s Speech’, eagle-eyed film buffs may spot that the RAF’s Halton House has a major supporting role. Report by Lorraine McBride.

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VC hero cruising on ice

By Sharon Black

War hero Lance Corporal Johnson Beharry VC, who demonstrated ice-cool courage when he saved the lives of several members of his unit during ambushes in Iraq in 2004, has glided through to the final eight in ITV’s popular Dancing on Ice competition. He talks to Lorraine McBride.

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