Military

Thailand’s international reputation is for beaches, great food and amazing nightlife. But the reality is very different – and much darker

The trial of a former soldier in Australia is a reminder that democracies fight wars according to a set of laws. No matter how distinguished or powerful, the people who break those laws must face justice

There is a strong anti-military strain in German culture and the introduction of national service has not been popular. But times have changed

The British hard right claims to be aligned with the interests of the armed forces, but their extreme views are the very opposite of traditional military values

Thrown into a conflict like the one Ukraine, the British army would be combat ineffective within weeks. The UK needs a new kind of military – and fast

Mocked for speaking English with a Clouseau-esque accent, Lufbery’s time in American fatigues saw him become a wartime legend

Our armed forces are not fit for purpose. Here’s how to fix them

After 30 years of coverups, what really happened when a Chinook helicopter crashed in 1994, killing key personnel involved in Britain’s battle with the IRA?