There was also a Territorial Army which was poorly trained and supplied. Simple History. WWII Factions: The British Army. Posted: February 4, 2025 | Last updated: July 10, 2025.

For the first time in their history members of the Reserve Defence Forces will have their full-time jobs protected if they are called up to reinforce the regulars during times of emergency, such ...

All British men aged 20 and 21 who were fit and able were required to take six months' military training. Even so, when war broke out the British Army could muster only 897,000 men, compared to ...

From the Falkland Islands and Gibraltar to tiny pacific outcrops, the reach of British territory still spans the entire globe. By Conor Wilson , News Reporter 15:00, Sun, Sep 8, 2024 | UPDATED: 10 ...