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Recruits battle through intense summer course to become soldiers

BY MELISSA CLARK   SEVEN SOLDIERS slowly raised from the ground, rifles in hand, ready to fire. This first group, heavily camouflaged, walked cautiously across the...

Prince Charles’ “dismay” over Black Watch being merged

PRINCE Charles has told of his “dismay” over the Black Watch being merged with other Scottish regiments. The Prince said he took no pleasure in...

MoD must do more to help veterans

The Ministry of Defence should work with devolved administrations to improve the life of veterans says Scottish Minister. With nearly a quarter of a million...

IN PICTURES: Charles and Camilla inspect forces parade

A PARADE of Scotland's Armed Forces and Veterans received a Royal seal of approval today when Prince Charles and the Duchess of Rothesay inspected...

Historic Scots regiment names face axe in army reshuffle

HISTORIC Scottish regimental names are to be done away with in just two years, under controversial government plans. The move is part of wide-ranging defence...

Scots soldier arrested in connection with comrade’s death

A SCOTS soldier has been arrested in connection with the death of a Black Watch comrade in Germany almost a year ago. The soldier, also...

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