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Navy's latest warship commissioned in 'hugely significant' ceremony

Navy's latest warship commissioned in 'hugely significant' ceremony

19 September 2019

HMS Medway was officially brought into active service in the Royal Navy today.

'Rotting' mess left near soldiers' graves

'Rotting' mess left near soldiers' graves

19 September 2019

Complaints have been made after flowers and grave markers were dug up and dirty nappies were left at a military cemetery.

Man with sword cautioned

Man with sword cautioned

18 September 2019

A warning has been issued to a man spotted with a sword who sparked a huge police response involving armed officers and a helicopter.

Attention! It's time to give a Salute to the 40s

Attention! It's time to give a Salute to the 40s

18 September 2019

The popular annual Salute to the 40s event will bring fashion, a funfair, music and history of the era, plus a special performance, this weekend.

Where to see the Navy's latest warship in Kent

Where to see the Navy's latest warship in Kent

17 September 2019

A warship is arriving in the part of Kent she was named after today — here's all the places you can see her.

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Former POW to return to battlefield

Former POW to return to battlefield

08 September 2019

A veteran is to make an emotional visit to the place he was taken prisoner by the Germans 75 years ago.

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Military Odyssey to do bank holiday battle

Military Odyssey to do bank holiday battle

21 August 2019

Thousands of re-enactors will be staging battles from throughout history at the annual Military Odyssey show this bank holiday.

VJ Day to be marked at memorial

VJ Day to be marked at memorial

15 August 2019

Dignitaries will gather to honour Forgotten Army war heroes in a VJ Day service in the grounds of a castle.

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No planes fly on first day of military show

No planes fly on first day of military show

11 August 2019

Spitfires and Hurricanes are expected to return to the skies after the weather caused problems.

Veteran, 106, has medals stolen again

Veteran, 106, has medals stolen again

07 August 2019

Military medals belonging to a war veteran and his father have been stolen for a second time.

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Celebrating 100 years of RBLI

Celebrating 100 years of RBLI

11 July 2019

A 150-mile bike ride across three countries will mark 100 years since Royal British Legion Industries began.

Prince flies into barracks to honour Gurkhas

Prince flies into barracks to honour Gurkhas

09 July 2019

The Prince of Wales was the guest of honour at a Gurkha medal presentation in Kent.

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Prince of Wales arrives at barracks

Prince of Wales arrives at barracks

09 July 2019

Prince Charles arrived by helicopter at a barracks to honour Kent's Gurkhas.

Prince of Wales to honour Kent's Gurkhas

Prince of Wales to honour Kent's Gurkhas

02 July 2019

The Prince of Wales will present medals to Kent’s Gurkhas at a parade following their latest mission in Afghanistan.

Fire station to rescue after council flagpole shambles

Fire station to rescue after council flagpole shambles

01 July 2019

Red-faced council officials have apologised after a ceremony to mark Armed Forces Day almost flopped.

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Red Arrows wow crowds with stunning display

Red Arrows wow crowds with stunning display

30 June 2019

About 100,000 people stared spellbound at the skies above the English Channel as the Red Arrows gave another spectacular performance.

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Medic's bravery under fire on D-Day

Medic's bravery under fire on D-Day

30 June 2019

A medic from Kent who took part in the D-Day landings was given a Victoria Cross for his courage.

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How you can celebrate Armed Forces Day 2019

How you can celebrate Armed Forces Day 2019

26 June 2019

Events are taking place across the county this weekend in celebration of those who risk their lives protecting our country.

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What is being done to support Kent's veterans in need?

What is being done to support Kent's veterans in need?

24 June 2019

A report has branded the universal credit system 'harsh and confusing' for veterans - the KM Community podcast found out what is being done.

Remembering Kent's Doodlebug Summer

Remembering Kent's Doodlebug Summer

24 June 2019

Doodlebugs began raining down on Kent towards the end of the Second World War. In a series of special features, we talk to people who lived through the drama.

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