Armed Forces Day 2025: Reflecting on a Nation's Gratitude

Armed Forces Day 2025: Reflecting on a Nation's Gratitude

Last month's Armed Forces Day celebrations across the UK demonstrated once again the deep respect our communities hold for those who serve. From the major parades in cities to intimate flag ceremonies in villages, the weekend showcased the best of British military tradition and civilian appreciation.

July 25, 2025 — Daniel Ricardo
The Precision Behind Trooping the Colour: Where Tradition Meets Excellence

The Precision Behind Trooping the Colour: Where Tradition Meets Excellence

Last month's Trooping the Colour once again demonstrated why this ceremony remains one of Britain's most impressive displays of military precision.

July 25, 2025 — Daniel Ricardo
Our Ceremonial Mace Features at the U.S. Army's 250th Anniversary

Our Ceremonial Mace Features at the U.S. Army's 250th Anniversary

We're honoured to share a moment of immense pride from across the Atlantic – seeing our handcrafted ceremonial mace carried with distinction during the U.S. Army's 250th Anniversary Parade by The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own."

July 25, 2025 — Daniel Ricardo
Caring For Your Bermejo Sword

Caring For Your Bermejo Sword

If you treasure your sword and look after it properly, it should last a lifetime. To keep your sword in the best possible condition, we recommend following these tips. 

July 01, 2025 — Daniel Ricardo
Celebrating Toledo’s Legacy: Bermejo Swords Now Available Through Ammo & Company

Celebrating Toledo’s Legacy: Bermejo Swords Now Available Through Ammo & Company

Ammo & Company is delighted to announce its appointment as the sole distributor to the UK Ministry of Defence and throughout the Commonwealth for the world-renowned Bermejo swords of Toledo.

July 01, 2025 — Daniel Ricardo
Introducing the New Official Army Branded Sportswear Collection

Introducing the New Official Army Branded Sportswear Collection

At Military Direct, we are proud to announce the arrival of the Official Army Branded Sportswear (ABS) range — the same high-performance kit now standard issue for Officer Cadets and soldiers across AITC Units.

May 26, 2025 — RLC Direct

3 common Interview questions and how to answer them

We enjoyed reading this fantastic article in soldiermagazine.co.uk last month. As a gold award holder of the Employer's recognition scheme we've heard 1st hand some of the frustrations in finding work whilst serving or after. 

October 06, 2021 — Military Direct
Our visit from The President's Own Drum Major

Our visit from The President's Own Drum Major

We were honoured to host the Drum Major of "The President's Own" United States Marine Band, Master Gunnery Sergeant Duane F. King, at our facility in Birmingham, England.

October 06, 2021 — Military Direct
AMMO & CO TACTICAL at The Emergency Services Show

AMMO & CO TACTICAL at The Emergency Services Show

August 24, 2021 — Military Direct
Camelbak: The comparison

Camelbak: The comparison

Whist the Camelbak Motherlode lite has been a resounding success in the UK tactical market, we've explored their range to answer the commonly asked question, why are these Camelbaks' more expensive than the Motherlode?

August 17, 2021 — Military Direct
A brief history of pace sticking

A brief history of pace sticking

A pace stick consists of 2 tapered pieces of wood joined by a hinge at the top covered with polished brass at the bottom. Similar in shape to a drafting compass sized relevant to the user. 

June 25, 2021 — Military Direct
Flag raising ceremonies start ahead of Armed Forces week

Flag raising ceremonies start ahead of Armed Forces week

Up and down the country flags are being raised to mark the start of Armed Forces week. A week where we honour the men and women serving from the Reserves to the full time. 

June 23, 2021 — Military Direct