HMS Diamond Fires Sea Viper Missile for the First Time


With a flash of orange and an ear-splitting bang HMS Diamond has proved her fighting mettle by testing her missile system off the Outer Hebrides. The third of the Royal Navy's cutting edge Type-45 destroyers blasted her missile out of the silo at three times the speed of sound, obliterating the jet drone target out of the sky. The successful firing of the Sea Viper system means that HMS Diamond is now ready to take her place as a fully operational warship, capable of deploying anywhere across the world.


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Personal Security Online - Video 1 Full


Two Navy personnel have a night out, but is it just their mates who know where they've checked in? For more information go to: www.blogs.mod.uk


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Libya: RAF strike operations, 19 May 2011


RAF aircraft destroy Gaddafi regime warships and a military building at Al Khums as part of coordinated NATO strikes in Libya. © Crown Copyright/MOD 2011 Further information available on www.mod.uk


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Personal Security Online - Video 2 Full


The mother of an airman in the RAF is using Facebook, but is it may not just be friends and family reading her status updates For more information go to: www.blogs.mod.uk


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Future Integrated Soldier Technology (FIST) programme - Sights


This footage shows members of 4 Rifles conducting individual fire and manoeuvre exercises as well as static firing from trenches and cover as part of their initial training leading up to deployment to Theatre. The sights being used on top of their SA80 A2 rifles are the new Lightweight Day Sight (LDS -- a x4 optical sight) and Close Quarter Battlesight (CQB -- a x1 "red dot" sight), part of the equipment suite being delivered by the Future Integrated Soldier Technology (FIST) programme in UK MoD. The LDS offers the User much greater eye relief, and therefore situational awareness, in comparison to the old SUSAT daysight, as well as being lighter and providing a clearer targeting reticule. The CQB mounted on top of the LDS provides the User with a much quicker and more accurate means of engaging targets at shorter ranges.


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RAF Sentry Mission over Libya


Rushes package showing a sortie by a Royal Air Force E-3D Sentry aircraft. The Sentry was controlling multi-national aircraft as part of NATO's Operation Unified Protector. Images show start up, departure, take-off (inside and outside the cockpit), activity during the mission, landing, and the crew disembarking. Read more about the RAF Sentry here: www.mod.uk


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British Army Apache helicopters in action over Libya


6 August 2011: Gun camera footage from British Army Apache attack helicopters involved in a strike on a military communications facility and troop concentration at Al-Watiya in western Libya. UK missions over Libya are undertaken as part of NATO's Operation UNIFIED PROTECTOR, to enforce UNSCR 1973 and protect Libyan civilians at risk of attack. Slate 1: An attack on a military communications facility. Slate 2: A Hellfire missile is used to destroy one of the former regime's pick-up trucks which was armed with a surface-to-air weapon system. Slate 3: Hellfire missiles and cannon fire are used to destroy a number of military pick-up trucks; Pro-Gaddafi forces seen fleeing the scene. From www.mod.uk


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Future Reserves 2020


A message from VCDS General Sir Nick Houghton GCB, CBE Monday July 18, 2011 - The findings of the Future Reserves 2020 Study


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UK Medical Emergency Response Team in action in Afghanistan


Slideshow of dramatic footage of a day in the life of crew onboard a Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) flight with commentary by Flight Sergeant Tony Kyle. The pictures show a MERT crew going to the aid of an Afghan casualty as part of their tasking in Helmand province. The MERT is able to deliver expert pre-hospital emergency care at the point of injury and then rapidly recover casualties to the deployed hospital at Camp Bastion. Each MERT consists of a military doctor, an RAF emergency nurse and two RAF state-registered paramedics. Royal Air Force Regiment gunners provide armed protection when the Chinook helicopter lands for the crew to collect the casualty.


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A day in the life of some military dogs and their handlers


A team of two Army dog handlers are working together to provide security for British forces in Helmand Province by searching vehicles entering ISAF bases for weapons and explosives. Lance Corporal Sophie Mitchell (27) and Private Kathleen Griffiths (21) are working with search dogs Flake and Trough, and protection dog Vinco at Main Operating Base (MOB) Price providing vital protection to the UK, ISAF and Afghan troops who operate in the Nahr-e Saraj area of Helmand province. While Kathleen keeps watch over the area with protection dog Vinco, a five year old German Shepherd, Sophie controls search dogs Fluke and Trough, both three year old spaniels as they search trucks and cars looking to gain access to the base. Both handlers have been out in Afghanistan for about a month, while the dogs have a much broader range of experience. Fluke came out to Helmand with Sophie, so is still settling in, while Vinco has been in Afghanistan for a year already.


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POWERFob exercise held in Cyprus July 2011


Energy supply to the frontline is one of the most pressing logistical concerns facing our armed forces today. Units on Operation HERRICK require tactical bases in remote locations to enable an enduring physical presence on the ground. Operational bases (including tactical bases) use a large amount of fuel and the supply of this fuel represents a significant cost to the operation, the Fully Burdened Cost of Fuel in some areas is extremely high due to the necessity of protecting convoys and distances involved. The transport of fuel also presents a significant risk to the troops escorting the convoys. POWERFob aimed to identify and demonstrate solutions that could potentially reduce fuel use in bases, incorporating generator management, demand management, energy storage and renewable energy sources. This research culminated in a trial in Cyprus in July 2011, where a representative base was built (FOB Spartan) and the concept of power management and fuel reduction was tested. During this trial we were able to reduce fuel consumption at the FOB by 45%, and allow the generators to be switched off for 8 hours overnight to allow 'silent running', without affecting the camp systems.


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Voices of Basrah


Basrawis talk about life in the southern Iraqi city in the wake of Operation Charge of the Knights, discussing the improved security situation and their hopes for the future. Video includes footage of day-to-day life in the hustle and bustle of a thriving Basra and gives some interesting facts and figures. In Arabic with subtitles. Produced by Perki Productions for the Ministry of Defence.


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Career soldier calls it a day


www.ntv.co.ke General Jeremiah Kianga has officially handed over leadership of the defence forces to the incoming general Julius Karangi in a colourful army ceremony at the department of defence headquarters in Nairobi. The traditional farewell ceremony is an elaborate exercise that involves the mock tugging of the ceremonial Landrover out of the defence headquarters. Brenda Mulinya reports.


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Op Shafuq in Nad Ali, Afghanistan


Op SHAFUQ was an Afghan National Army planned and led operation to clear insurgents from the area north of Nad Ali in Helmand Province. It was supported by British soldiers from the Brigade Advisory Group.


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A tour of the Royal Navy's first Type 45 Destroyer - DARING


Leading Seaman Rikki Renner takes us on a tour of DARING, the first of the Royal Navy's new Type 45 Destroyers; the most advanced and powerful ever built. For more information on the Type 45 and the Royal Navy, visit www.mod.uk


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RAF Sentinel Patrol over Libya


Top secret reconnaissance aircraft, which are normally based at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire, have been patrolling the skies over Libya as part of the No Fly Zone. They've been scouring the desert for signs of tanks, artillery and missile systems which may be used to attack the civilian population. The Sentinel R1 is equipped with powerful radar systems which can search over hundreds of square miles. BBC reporter Geoff Maskell is also an RAF Reservist. In that capacity he became the first journalist to join the crew from 5 Squadron on an operational sortie over Libya.


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Tomahawk Missile from HMS Astute hits target filmed with high speed cameras


Footage of TLAM (Tomahawk) missile fired from Royal Navy submarine HMS Astute successfully hitting the target filmed with high speed cameras.


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Gurkha Brigade welcomes VC hero to London


A former Gurkha from Nepal who was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery during the Second World War arrived in the UK on Wednesday 4 July 2007 where he was officially welcomed by members of the Gurkha regiment. Following discussions between the Secretary of State for Defence, Des Browne, the Foreign Office and the Home Office, Honorary Lieutenant (QGO) Tulbahadur Pun VC has been granted, on exceptional grounds, a settlement visa to enable him to receive urgent medical treatment in the UK.


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Cockpit Footage of a Tornado GR4 Sortie


A Tornado GR4 sortie viewed from the cockpit as part of the RAF's contribution to United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973. The aircraft flew armed reconnaissance missions from Gioia Del Colle in southern Italy. The Tornado GR4 is a highly capable ground attack aircraft that is also providing vital support to ISAF ground forces in Afghanistan.


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A man and his dog in Helmand


Jamie, an English springer spaniel, has been sniffing around Afghanistan for the last three years. He is now teaching his new handler a thing or two about finding explosives and weapons. Jamie was rescued as a young puppy by the Army nine years ago and was then trained as a search dog at the Royal Army Veterinary Corps in Melton Mowbury, Leicestershire. He can detect the slightest hint of explosives or weapons.


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Wolfhound on Trial


Wolfhound, part of the Tactical Support Vehicles Group, during a demonstration at Aldershot. The Wolfhound is a six-wheeled variant of the acclaimed Mastiff, which will give troops increased protection as they support missions in high-threat areas. Wolfhound will provide a highly protected load-carrying vehicle.


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Joint Force Harrier in action in Afghanistan


Operational footage of the aircraft and personnel of the UK's Joint Force Harrier in action on the ground and in the skies above Afghanistan during Operation HERRICK. Read full story: VIDEO: Harriers come home at www.mod.uk.


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Royal Marine Commandos catch Taliban off guard


Royal Marines and Afghan National Army troops conduct Operation GHATSE PALANG in Helmand's Upper Sangin Valley on 19 January 2009. The operation resulted in the capture of a Taliban command post, a suspected IED (Improvised Explosive Device) factory and a huge haul of weapons. From www.mod.uk


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RAF recovers second batch of refugees from Libya to Malta


27 February 2011: Three Royal Air Force (RAF) C-130 Hercules aircraft conducted a second recovery of civilians from various locations in the Libyan Desert, during which over 180 evacuees, including approximately 20 British, were safely recovered to Malta. Read more at: www.mod.uk


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Javelin Exercise in Warminster


Members of the Royal Marines benefit from being able to live fire the Javelin guided missile prior to deployment in Afghanistan.


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A Royal Military Policeman on the front line


Royal Military Policeman Corporal Mike Hansbury is currently deployed to Sangin providing front line policing and forensic assistance to the Royal Marine unit he is attached to. Read more at www.mod.uk


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RAF Tornados fly to support operations over Libya


Tornado GR4 aircraft take off from RAF Marham to conduct armed reconnaissance missions over Libya in support of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973. The aircraft refuelled from 216 Squadron Tristar tanker aircraft during the mission. This footage is taken from the cockpit of one of the Tornado GR4 aircraft.


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Royal Dragoon Guards' Viking Group protects Royal Engineers on Route Trident build


Cavalry soldiers from the Royal Dragoon Guards have been protecting British Engineers and Afghan contractors as, over recent weeks, they have come under daily attacks while building a new road in Helmand.


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A Year in Defence 2011 - Video


Some of the key topics from across defence, telling the story of 2011 in video.


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Sun shines on Sovereign's Parade


The sun shone at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) on Friday 10 August 2007 as the 154th Sovereign's Parade took place in front of thousands of invited guests all keen to see a slice of military history. Field Marshal Sir John Chapple, representing Her Majesty The Queen, was the Reviewing Officer as 475 officer cadets took part in the parade. Among the 252 cadets passing out as commissioned officers were 29 women and 11 overseas cadets from nine countries, most of whom entered the RMAS in September 2006.


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HMS Cumberland in Benghazi, Libya


Latest Footage of HMS Cumberland in Benghazi, preparing to evacuate British nationals from Libya on 24 February 2011. For more information and the latest updates visit www.mod.uk


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Emergency medical teams vital for saving lives


Medical Emergency Response Teams (MERTs) working in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, are on call 24 hours a day and seven days a week ready to respond to any injuries that UK and coalition troops may suffer on the front line. Report by Lt Jonnie Telford. The MERTs are based at the field hospital in Camp Bastion. They are a rapid response team consisting of a protection element, or Quick Reaction Force (QRF), of eight soldiers operating alongside the medical team of a consultant anaesthetist, an accident and emergency specialist and two medics.


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Return of Tornado GR4


Tornado GR4 aircraft return safely to RAF Marham after the 3000 mile flight to launch Stormshadow missiles against Libyan Air Defences. This marks the longest range bombing mission conducted by the RAF since the Falklands conflict. The operation was supported by VC10 and Tristar air-to-air refuelling aircraft as well as E3D Sentry and Sentinel surveillance aircraft.


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UK Forces send England World Cup squad luck from Afghanistan


A video of support and goodwill messages from the men and women of the UK Armed Forces serving in Afghanistan has been delivered to the England World Cup Squad in South Africa today, Thursday 10 June 2010.


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US Marines embark Harriers onto HMS Illustrious


Fourteen United States AV8B Harrier Jets joined up with the UK aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious ahead of a major joint exercise in the United States. The Harriers, from the United States Marine Corps (USMC) Marine Aircraft Group (MAG)14, embarked onboard HMS Illustrious, the UK's and NATO's High Readiness Maritime Strike Carrier, ahead of a US-led Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFX) that was set to take place off the eastern coast of the United States.


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Navy destroyers double up for defence manoeuvres


15 Feb 2010: The Royal Navy's two newest warships, the air defence destroyers HMS Daring and Dauntless, perform side-by-side at sea during Officer of the Watch manoeuvres south of the Isle of Wight. From www.mod.uk


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Liberation Day in Stanley marked by parade and wreath laying


14 June 07: The 25th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Falkland Islands was commemorated in Stanley with a Service of Thanksgiving in Christ Church Cathedral followed by the Liberation Day Parade and ceremony at the Liberation Monument. From www.mod.uk


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First Sea Lord welcomes aircraft carrier decision


First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Jonathon Band, has welcomed the announcement made yesterday, Wednesday 25 July 2007, that the Royal Navy are to receive two new 65000 tonne aircraft carriers. The decision, announced by Defence Secretary Des Browne in Parliament , will see two new ships in service by 2014 and 2016 respectively. The aircraft carriers will be named HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales. Admiral Band said: "This confirms the Government's intended policy to maintain the Royal Navy as a global force with the ability to take air power anywhere around the world."


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RAF Tornado crews train in US for Afghan deployment


13 Squadron Royal Air Force Tornados prepare for operations in Afghanistan later this year by taking part in Exercise Green Flag at the United States Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada.


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Libya Brief 25 March 2011


Major General John Lorimer, Captain Karl Evans RN and Air Vice Marshal Phil Osborn deliver the latest update briefing on the situation in Libya.


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RAF Typhoon Aircraft Return from Libya


RAF Typhoon aircraft arrive back at Gioia del Colle Air Base, Italy after their mission to enforce the no fly zone over Libya in accordance with UNSCR 1973.


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Royal Air Force Hercules aircraft land at Malta International


At 1845 hrs, 26th February 2011 the first of 2 Royal Air Force Hercules aircraft landed at Malta International airport transporting civilians from desert locations south of Benghazi, Libya. The two aircraft evacuated more than 150 people. For more information: www.mod.uk


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HMS Cumberland conducts Replenishment at Sea


HMS Cumberland conducts Replenishment at Sea with Italian ship ETNA as part of the coalition forces working together in support of UN Resolution 1973.


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Coyote Training


Instructors from the Specialist Training Division are pictured training members of 1st Queens Dragoon Guards to operate the Coyote vehicle during an intensive eight day course. The course is run at the Driffield Training area in North Yorkshire which is part of the Defence School of Transport based at Leconfield. The Coyote is the six wheeled variant of the Jackal vehicle with a load carrying capability at the rear of the vehicle and amongst other duties is used in Afghanistan for re-supply to areas which are difficult for other vehicles to access.


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HMS Cumberland resupplies in Crete en route to Libya


Video footage of HMS Cumberland taking on stores in Crete ahead of her transit to Libya earlier today. The frigate has since docked at the Libyan port of Benghazi, and is currently preparing to carry out the evacuation of British nationals from the port. Read more at www.mod.uk


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Royal Marines commander on UK achievements in Sangin


On Monday 20 September 2010, British forces in southern Afghanistan handed responsibility for security in Sangin, Helmand province, to US forces. Major Ed Moorhouse, Officer Commanding Charlie Company, 40 Commando Royal Marines, reflects on the achievements of British Forces in the area known as the most dangerous place for foreign troops in Afghanistan.


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