British Army
Coverage of British Army in the Nexus archive.
- AI cut the UK's war planning cycle from 72 hours to just one, British Army's top general says
The UK's AI-powered ASGARD system has reduced war planning cycles at the corps level from 72 hours to one hour, according to Gen. Roly Walker. The system enables a corps to target 10 times as many targets daily and processes battlefield data for command decisions.
- Army identifies soldier killed in training accident in Iraq
The Army identified Sgt. Devin A. Seibel, 26, and a British soldier killed in a training accident in Iraq on May 31. The incident occurred at Erbil Airbase and was termed a 'training-related incident' by the Pentagon.
- Member of British Army dies during training accident in Iraq
A member of the British Army died during a training accident in Iraq. The incident occurred while the individual was undergoing training in the country.
- The British army took control of Philadelphia in 1777. They had a whale of a time
The British army occupied Philadelphia from September 1777 to May 1778 during the Revolutionary War. While Americans viewed this period as 'dark days,' British forces enjoyed social activities including balls, horse racing, and theater. The article references accounts from British officers and residents like Rebecca Franks.
- Mind the drone gap: war games begin inside secret Nato bunker in London tube station
NATO conducted a secret war game exercise in a disused London Underground station to simulate defending Estonia from a Russian invasion in 2030. The British military revealed a significant drone capability gap, with forces operating at only 10-20% of required drone capacity. The exercise aimed to develop European defense strategy amid rising tensions.
- How the British army simulated World War 3 in Charing Cross Tube station
The British army conducted a simulated World War 3 exercise at Charing Cross Tube station while regular commuters used the station unaware of the military drill taking place. The training exercise tested emergency response and coordination procedures in an urban transit environment.
- King Charles 'shocked and saddened' over soldier's 'unexplained' death at horse show he attended
King Charles III was shocked and saddened by the unexplained death of a British soldier at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. The soldier died after a fall during a display of the King’s Troop, Royal Horse Artillery. The king met with members of the King’s Troop after returning on Saturday to offer condolences.
- UK reloads artillery plans with £1B remote-control howitzer order
The UK Ministry of Defence has announced a £1 billion contract to provide the British Army with 72 next-gen mobile artillery units, featuring remote-controlled howitzers mounted on Boxer armored vehicles. The new system will replace the aging AS-90 self-propelled howitzers and provide artillery support against targets up to 70 km away. Deliveries are expected to start in 2028.
- Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Grenadier in race to replace Army's Land Rover Defenders
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Grenadier is competing to replace the Army's Land Rover Defenders. The Ineos Grenadier is a vehicle designed by Ineos, a chemical company founded by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. The replacement of Land Rover Defenders is a significant contract for the British Army.
- British soldier who spied for Russia while working as military instructor in Ukraine is jailed
A British soldier has been jailed for spying for Russia while working as a military instructor in Ukraine. The soldier's actions were considered a serious breach of trust and security. The incident highlights concerns about espionage and national security.
- Unknown British soldier who gave his life during World War 2 is finally identified 83 years on... thanks to his great-grandnephew and the MoD's 'War Detectives'
An unknown British soldier who died during World War 2 has been identified 83 years later thanks to his great-grandnephew and the Ministry of Defence's 'War Detectives'. The identification was made possible through the efforts of the great-grandnephew and the MoD. The soldier's identity was previously unknown.
- Heart-stopping moment British Army soldiers jump out of plane in daring parachute aid mission to help hantavirus victim on Tristan da Cunha
British Army soldiers conducted a daring parachute aid mission to help a hantavirus victim on Tristan da Cunha. The mission involved soldiers jumping out of a plane to provide assistance. The operation was successful in reaching the remote island to aid the victim.
- How Army troops parachuted on to one of world's most remote islands which has no airstrip and a massive volcano to treat Brit with rat virus
Army troops parachuted onto a remote island to treat a Brit infected with a rat virus. The island has no airstrip and features a massive volcano. The operation was undertaken to provide medical assistance.
- British passengers evacuated from Hantavirus-stricken cruise in Tenerife face quarantine in Covid hospital and six weeks of isolation - as Army launches parachute aid mission on Tristan da Cunha to treat rat virus victim
British passengers from a Hantavirus-stricken cruise in Tenerife are facing quarantine and isolation due to Covid-19 concerns. The Army has launched an aid mission on Tristan da Cunha to treat a rat virus victim. Passengers may face six weeks of isolation.
- The spy who loved merengue: Double agent British soldier jailed for passing military secrets to Iran walked free after THREE years to become a flamboyant salsa teacher in Brighton
A British soldier who passed military secrets to Iran was jailed but released after three years and became a salsa teacher in Brighton. The double agent had walked free from prison. He now teaches flamboyant salsa and merengue in Brighton.
- Mother demands answers over death of soldier son, 35, who was shot by 'short-sighted' colleague during training exercise
A mother is seeking answers regarding the death of her 35-year-old soldier son who was shot by a colleague during a training exercise due to short-sightedness. The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols and accountability within the military. The mother's demand for answers highlights the need for transparency in such incidents.
- Long live the wings! Soldier ushers ducks away from line of fire as gun salute marks three years since King Charles's coronation
A soldier ushered ducks away from a line of fire as a gun salute marked three years since King Charles's coronation. The event commemorated the king's coronation anniversary. A unique incident occurred during the celebration.
- Soldier, 17, killed himself after dropping out of basic Army training because of bullying, inquest hears
A 17-year-old soldier killed himself after dropping out of basic Army training due to bullying. The incident was heard in an inquest. The soldier's death is a result of the bullying he experienced during his time in the Army.
- Badenoch apologises after Bloody Sunday footage used in post defending UK veterans
Kemi Badenoch, UK Conservative leader, apologized for social media posts using Bloody Sunday footage to criticize Labour’s Northern Ireland legacy proposals. She stated she did not approve the video, which showed British soldiers firing on unarmed demonstrators in Derry, and attributed its use to 'very young people'.
- British soldiers lost control in 1972 Springhill shootings, inquest finds
A 1972 inquest in Northern Ireland found British Army soldiers 'lost control' and used unreasonable force, killing five civilians in Belfast. Four victims, including two teenagers, a father of six, and a Catholic priest, posed no threat when shot in the Springhill and Westrock areas.
- Investigation ordered into British Army's 'use of Chinese 3D printers' to make weapons
The UK government has ordered an investigation into the British Army's use of Chinese 3D printers for manufacturing weapons, raising concerns over potential security risks.
- QUENTIN LETTS: With World War 3 a trigger finger away, the heads of the Navy, Army and RAF were forced to spend two hours discussing women's rights
The article highlights a hypothetical scenario where World War 3 is imminent, prompting military leaders from the Navy, Army, and RAF to discuss women's rights. The piece critiques the prioritization of military concerns over social issues.