Britain's Armed Forces for Tomorrow's Defence

From: RUSI Journal | Date: August 1, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

Nearly a year ago, in july 2002, I addressed RUSI on the subject of 'The New Chapter: a Blueprint for Reform'. My theme then was change: not change for its own sake, but essential change, modernization and new thinking in defence - to ensure that our Armed Forces can respond to the changing strategic environment.

Since then our Armed Forces have faced - and continue to face - the challenges of operations in Iraq. Those operations have demonstrated the qualities of courage and professionalism for which they enjoy a worldwide reputation. The tragic losses suffered by our Armed Forces on 24 june ...

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