Today over 1,000 soldiers and more than 200 horses from the British Army will take part in the first State Visit hosted by HM The King. Supporting the ceremonial elements of the President of the Republic of South Africa’s official visit, this will be the first State Visit the Armed Forces have taken part in since the Covid-19 pandemic. The last State Visit was by Their Majesties The King and Queen of The Netherlands in 2018. Lt Col James Shaw, Brigade Major of The Household Division and in charg

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British soldiers have worked alongside military personnel from the RAF and Navy to provide aid and support to those affected in the Caribbean after the destruction left by Hurricane Irma. The focus for our troops has now shifted from rebuilding to preparing for the impact of Hurricane Maria. | British Army