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From the Somme to Salisbury Plain. Over a century separates the soldiers of WWI from today’s, yet the trench remains a constant. A powerful reminder that while technology evolves, some realities of warfare are timeless. What does this scene make you think of? #Trenches #Warfare #MilitaryHistory #Reflection #Soldier #HistoryTok #LestWeForget #fortunefavoursthebrave
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Today, June 18th, we pause to commemorate Waterloo Day – a date etched forever in military history! 🇬🇧We proudly remember the immense courage and sacrifice of all who fought at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. For the Royal Yorkshire Regiment, this day holds special significance, as two of our direct antecedent regiments were there: […]
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🇬🇧🤝🇺🇸 Stronger Together. At the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Germany, U.S. and British troops recently joined forces for Project Flytrap. This crucial exercise tested cutting-edge counter-drone (CUAS) technology, allowing our combined forces to track airborne threats, synchronise targeting systems, and push the limits of precision. Exercises like Project Flytrap are vital for ensuring our […]
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Huge congratulations are in order for several members of the Royal Yorkshire Regiment, whose exceptional service has been recognised! We’re incredibly proud to share that our Colonel of the Regiment, Major General Zac Stenning, has been made a Companion of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath. An incredible achievement and a testament to his […]
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A Moment of Immense Pride for the Regiment It is with the greatest pleasure that we share some truly magnificent news regarding our very first Colonel, General, the Lord Houghton. We have received the following official communication: “His Majesty the King has exercised his will and pleasure in appointing General, the Lord Houghton to the […]
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Honouring our past and strengthening our future partnerships in Norway. Soldiers from 2 R YORKS recently reinforced our strong and mutually beneficial relationship with the Norwegian Army. In February, soldiers visited His Majesty the King’s Guard (HMKG), observing their winter field exercise (EX YMER 1) and visiting The Royal Palace. Then, on 28th May, we […]
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A day of milestones for the 1st Battalion. Today, we bid a heartfelt farewell and offer our thanks to Sergeant Julian Burnett, who retires after an incredible 26 years of dedicated service to the British Army. For the last two years, Sgt Burnett has been a cornerstone of our REME Light Aid Detachment. His professionalism […]
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We are delighted to share the details for this year’s Military Musical Spectacular – ‘Heroes’. It promises to be a magnificent occasion.
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This past weekend, members of The Royal Yorkshire Regiment, led by the Colonel of the Regiment, Major General Zac Stenning, returned to the historic shores of Normandy to honour the profound legacy of our forebears. From walking the sands of Sword and Gold beaches where Yorkshiremen fought with immense bravery, to moments of quiet reflection […]
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On this historic day, June 6th, we pause to remember two significant milestones. First, we commemorate the 81st anniversary of D-Day. We honour the bravery and sacrifice of the Allied soldiers who landed on the beaches of Normandy in 1944, turning the tide of World War II and beginning the liberation of Western Europe. Their […]