The UK’s 7th Brigade - The Desert Rats. The British Army's deployable light mechanised brigade
Cottesmore, England
Joined July 2013
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"It's a very unique role, and a very proud role to be part of "🗣️🎶
🥁British Forces Cyprus's newest infantry battalion has cemented its arrival on the island
🎼4th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland held a Beating Retreat at Alexander Barracks in its first big event
7 (UK) Brigade 🇬🇧 retweeted
Experience #VEDay as it was reported back in in 1945 with this 80 year old issue of @soldiermagazine from our digital archive 🗞️
It's a rare look at the emotions and events of the time.
soldier.army.mod.uk/media/nn…
(Contains language and attitudes reflective of its era) #VEDay80
7 (UK) Brigade 🇬🇧 retweeted
The sound of #SteadfastDart25🎶
Soldiers from @BritishArmy @4Scots1 took time out of building trenches in Romania to introduce their Romanian counterparts to the bagpipes. Fun fact: Every member of the platoon either plays the pipes or the drums. 🥁
@Band_SCOTS @MApNRomania
No stuntmen involved in the taking of these photos - it’s soldiers from 2nd Battalion @RAnglians practising the skills needed to operate in urban areas.
You can read more here: army.mod.uk/news/2nd-battali…
Troops from 2nd Battalion @RAnglians are marching 48 miles in honour of their forebears, the 48th (Northamptonshire) of Foot, whilst also raising money for their regimental charity.
They set off from Northampton at 10am & will march through the night to complete their challenge.
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Patches exchanged, bonds strengthened! 🤜🤛
Exchanging patches is more than tradition, it’s a reminder of the trust and teamwork that keep us strong. Together, we’re unstoppable! 💪🌍
#WeAreNATO | #StrongerTogether
The #DesertRats Comd visiting the Spanish Legion Battle Group, one of our #NATO Allies making up the very high readiness #ARF vanguard
#WeAreNATO
#DeterAndDefend
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If you’re part of the Armed Forces Community then please join us at The Grainstore this Saturday 7th December for our last breakfast club of the year.
Christmas jumpers optional 🎅🎄@RafaRutland @RBLOakham @RutStamSound @7thRats @RAnglians @RAF_Wittering @RoyalNavy
Today HQ #DesertRats visited the @Nat_Mem_Arb to commemorate the battle of Sidi Rezegh that took place from 21 - 23 November 1941 during Op CRUSADER and saw the breaking of the siege of Tobruk
#remembrance
#AllOfOneCompany
Great visit to @RYORKS_REGT🇬🇧deployed as the @NATO_KFOR Strategic Reserve Force in #Kosovo🇽🇰.
I heard of their move along #Corridor8 from #Albania 🇦🇱 & through #NorthMacedonia🇲🇰 and their current operations.
Thanks @UKArmyLogistics 🟦🟨 for lunch 🍽️
@UKinKosovo @JFC_Naples
This weeks gun salute for the 2nd Anniversary of HM the King's accession to the throne delivered by @105RegtRA @SCOTS_DG and @4RegtRA
#DesertRats
#AllOfOneCompany
Honoured to be invited to the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Béthune and Cuinchy events. Liberated by the #DesertRats and the French Forces of the Interior (FFI) at the beginning of Sept 1944
#Liberation80
#Remembrance
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The Land Component Command of the new @NATO Force Model, the Allied Reaction Force (ARF) will be led by 1st (UK) Division.
The ARF, a multi-national force, increases the ability and speed of NATO's rapid deployment of forces.
Read and watch more ⬇️
army.mod.uk/news-and-events/…
7 (UK) Brigade 🇬🇧 retweeted
We are the Army that the Nation needs and @NATO wants.
By harnessing the exceptional talent of our people, we play a critical role in supporting NATO.
To find out how we play our part, check out the video below ⬇️
#WeAreNATO
From July the #DesertRats take our place in the @NATO Allied Reaction Force. Still at very high readiness but even faster to deploy to #DeterandDefend or deliver crisis management
#WeAreNATO
#ARF
The #DesertRats move from being the @NATO #VJTF to the vanguard for the Allied Reaction Force. The ARF is faster to deploy and operates in multiple domains
#ARF
#DeterAndDefend
#WeAreNATO
🚀NATO's Allied Reaction Force (#ARF)🚀
July 1st, 2024, in Solbiate Olona, Italy, #NATO officially stood up the ARF, replacing the NRF. Led by @NRDCITA, this high-readiness force can deploy within 10 days, enhancing collective defence & rapid response.
shape.nato.int/news-archive/…
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The @BritishArmy plays a vital role in #NATO activity. From securing the alliance’s flanks in Estonia to major exercises, it is committed to protecting our shared security.
#1NATO75years #NATOSummit
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Happy #ArmedForcesDay folks! 🇬🇧
Here’s to every sailor, soldier and aviator.
Every veteran.
Every cadet.
Every family member.
Who has played a part in protecting our nation.
This is a day, for you.
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Thank you @VjosaOsmaniPRKS & @albinkurti for inviting @DefenceHQ and our veterans to mark 25 years since #NATO forces entered #Pristina with you.
Our veterans have been deeply humbled by the welcome they have received across #Kosovo and amazed by the progress made.
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