News Archive 2012
15th December 2012
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Dear Members,
Military Forums has had a good year, even though many times have been quiet and has picked up recently.
Before you open your card below, we would like to say a few words first.
We would like to say a big thank you for everyone's support over the last year.
So pull up a sandbag, grab a space next to the open fire, munch on a mince pie, take a tot and be merry!
If your travelling away for the holidays, please stay safe and be well and were see you soon.
Please also take a moment to think about our boys and girls serving away over the holidays.
Our thoughts are with them and we would like to wish them all the very best at this time of year being so far away from their loved ones and families.
Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year in 2013,
From the Military Forums Team and Forum Moderators.
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26th November 2012
Release an Unfairly Jailed War Hero Sergeant Danny Nightingale
Sergeant Danny Nightingale, a war hero with 17 years service, has been unfairly sentenced to 18 months in military detention. He should be released immediately.
Please help show your support by signing the petition.
For further information please read the published article here at:
www.militaryforums.co.uk/articles/release-an-unfairly-jailed-war-hero-sergeant-danny-nightingale.php
26th November 2012
Happy Birhday - 11 Today!
Happy Birthday to Military Forums, 11 years old today!
Birthday wishes:
www.militaryforums.co.uk/forums/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=42311
4th November 2012
In Our Own Words Afghanistan Blog
For those on the front line of the war in Afghanistan, the triviality of reality TV must be the last thing on their minds. But when artist Derek Eland took a series of Big Brother-style Diary Rooms to them for a month, determined to capture the innermost thoughts of those involved with the conflict, the response he got was staggering.
Civilians and soldiers, both the Western and Afghan, were invited by the artist to write down their stories on coloured postcards, revealing the experience of life in a war zone.
Wanting to create art which was "engaging, immediate, raw and above all honest", these narratives paint a picture of Afghanistan different to that we hear about on the news. The stories and comments written on the cards range from the remarkable to the mundane, the extraordinary to the everyday.
These are their stories, published one story a day for a year.
For further information and to see the published stories, please visit:
www.inourownwordsafghanistan.blogspot.co.uk/
4th November 2012
Campaign For A 21st Century Remembrance
The United Kingdom Armed Forces Humanist Association (UKAFHA) and British Humanist Association (BHA) are for the third year in a row advocating the inclusion of representatives of the non-religious at national Remembrance Day services in November.
UKAFHA and the BHA are asking our supporters to urge the UK Department for Culture, Media and Sport to reverse their current ban and allow non-religious representatives in our national remembrance events.
For further information and to show your support please visit:
forallwhoserve.org.uk/
06th August 2012
Wicked Game by Matt Johnson
 
"Former SAS and now Royalty protection officer Robert Finlay has had enough of the jobs not-so-glamorous demands and opts to transfer to a local police station. But Fate has plans for Finlay, both of the murdered policemen are former Army colleagues."
For further information on this book follow the review link here at:
www.militaryforums.co.uk/reviews/book-wicked-game-by-matt-johnson.php
12th April 2012
Yorkshire based businessman planning to run Polar Circle Marathon in aid for amputee ex-forces men and women.
Robert Kaiser, CEO of Yorkshire based body armour manufacturer PPSS Group, is facing a rather very cold challenge this October. Robert is hoping to raise at least £5,000 for the Pilgrim Bandits, a charity dedicated to taking ex-forces amputees on challenging expeditions www.pilgrimbandits.org
"It's shameful how little has been done for those who have served and protected this country. I am running the Polar Circle Marathon to raise awareness and financial support these guys," said Robert Kaiser.
Weather conditions and temperatures in Greenland vary significantly, so Robert is aiming to get himself in the best possible shape for this challenge. His current training regime includes, breaking-dawn marches for several miles carrying a 50lb backpack and running 13 miles on a Sunday morning.
"I really would like to appeal to everyone, local businesses and anyone who shares my passion for the support of the Armed Forces, and especially for those whose lives have been turned upside down due to serious injuries or loss of limbs. I also want to highlight how brave and mentally strong many of these injured service men are. Where most civilians would have given up, these guys just take the challenge on the chin and simply adapt, without whining. They are an inspiration to all of us.
If you would like to support Robert please visit his fundraising page:
www.bmycharity.com/robertkaiser
Should you have any questions then please feel free to contact PPSS Group on +44 (0) 845 5193 953, email info@ppss-group.com or visit www.ppss-group.com
Robert Kaiser, CEO of PPSS Group is globally respected expert in body armour and known for his passion for personal protection and personal safety. He is frequently invited to speak in front of large audiences about the latest body armour developments within homeland security and domestic frontline services around the world. He is also acting as body armour consultant for a number of organisations, associations, unions and government departments.
04th April 2012
ABF - Charity Challenges Soldiers to Show Others How It’s Done
ABF The Soldiers' Charity is inviting British soldiers to enter a team into the Soldier Challenge, an urban adventure challenge across London, on Saturday 19 May.
The Soldier Challenge will see Central London transformed into a giant adventure playground, with military-themed challenges in some of the capital’s most iconic venues.
For further information follow the article link here at:
www.militaryforums.co.uk/articles/abf-charity-soldier-challenge.php
27th March 2012
ABF - The Soldier's Charity - Ceremonial Furniture Up For Auction
Support our troops and bag yourself a unique military-inspired piece of living room furniture, designed especially for ABF The Soldiers’ Charity.
The auction, on eBay, will raise money for the charity’s Ideal Homes for Heroes appeal that supports soldiers, veterans and their families with needs around the home.
For further information follow the article link here at:
www.militaryforums.co.uk/articles/abf-ceremonial-furniture-up-for-auction.php
25th March 2012
Lord Mayor's Diamond Jubilee Big Curry 2012
Are you are looking for a special gift or an experience that money can’t buy? Well dust off your wallets for the first class lots, revealed today, for the upcoming Lord Mayor’s Diamond Jubilee Big Curry Lunch.
This annual fundraising lunch by ABF The Soldiers’ Charity, taking place at The Guildhall on 26 April 2012, is now in its fifth year and, once again, it has secured a number of fabulous auction prizes not available on the open market.
For further information follow the article link here at:
www.militaryforums.co.uk/articles/lord-mayors-diamond-jubilee-big-curry-2012.php
25th March 2012
After the Heroes' Welcome: Afghan War Veterans
28 March 2012
The future of our veterans is a contentious issue, producing a storm of debate within the media and government.
Find out about the rights of soldiers and the risks they are facing, considering the insights these provide into the wider context of how the military is viewed within British society.
This event will facilitated by Caroline Wyatt, BBC Defence Correspondent.
Location: IWM London
Cost: Pre-booking is required for this free event.
To reserve your free tickets please visit:
www.iwm.org.uk/events/after-the-heroes-welcome-afghan-war-veterans
15th February 2012
Warfare Issue 5 - Out Now!
This bi-monthly magazine can be viewed online, downloaded and even printed off - all free of charge!
Also a chance to win a FREE Amazon Kindle when you subscribe.
For further information follow the article link here at:
www.militaryforums.co.uk/articles/warfare-magazine-2012.php
02nd January 2012
Wishing you all a Happy New Year!
Dear Members,
Military Forums has had another great year in 2011, even though times have been quiet.
We would like to say a big thank you for your support over the last year.
And would like to wish you all the very best for 2012.
Once again please take a moment to also think about our boys and girls serving away, our thoughts are with them and we would like to wish them all the very best being so far away from their loved ones and families.
From the Military Forums Team and Forum Moderators.
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