In 1919, the Volunteers were renamed as the ‘Falkland Islands Defense Force’ (FIDF). During the Second World War, the FIDF was mobilized again to operate the outposts throughout the Islands.

They also spent time with the Falkland Islands Defence Force and were treated to a quick trip around Stanley Harbour in a rigid raider before enjoying a dinner at Government House. At a press ...

The Royal Navy, RAF, the Roulement Infantry Company and the Falkland Islands Defence Force carried out drills on July 12, with images of the actions shared on official social media channels.

It follows two recruits Jacob and Marcus as they embark upon their 12 week training programme to become privates The new recruits face live firing exercises camping out in brisk conditions and all ...

DURING the Remembrance Day commemorations on the Falklands recently, armed forces minister Luke Pollard reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to the defence and security of the islands. In doing so ...

John Healey sought to blame the decision on what he called a "dire inheritance", which he claimed the Tories had left him.

Nott served on during the campaign to recapture the Falklands ... of the Task Force, in 1982 with its captain Linley Middleton - PA Nott stood accused of bungling the defence of the islands ...

The bench, in Pickering Park, is dedicated to nine vessels and their crews that supported the Falklands task force. Veteran Keith ... when the Ministry of Defence (MOD) requisitioned the ship.

Conservative MP Sir Bernard Jenkin asked defence minister Al Carns why documents ... of the Navy support ship Sir Galahad during the Falklands War have still not been released.

Sir John Nott, the defence secretary during the Falklands War, has died aged 92. The senior Conservative twice offered his resignation to Margaret Thatcher after the Argentinian invasion of the ...