More than 650 junior soldiers have marched their way towards a new military career, following graduation from the Army Foundation College’s flagship training initiative for 16 – 17 year olds. The Harrogate-based College currently runs two courses of varying length, both of which specialise in the training of junior soldiers. Those attending ...
After extensive testing, the new Virtus body armour system is now rolling out to infantry troops. The new personal armour uses the latest materials and offers the same protection as the Osprey system but is significantly lighter, moves with the body more easily and produces a slimmer profile. The Virtus system has been tested by soldiers from the Royal Engineers, Royal ...