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The formal objects of the Veterans' Foundation are as follows:

To assist people who are serving or who have served in the British Armed Forces and their dependants by advancing any lawful charitable purpose at the discretion of the trustees and in particular, but not exclusively, to make grants to other charities who assist serving and former members of the armed forces and their dependants who a

re in need. We envisage support going to improve the lives of veterans in need by:

Reducing homelessness
Increasing employment
Providing welfare and medical support
Increasing confidence and social integration
Reducing dependence on drugs and alcohol
Supporting other charitable activities that may be needed

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Canadian Allied troops, pictured as the crew of a Sherman tank south of Vaucelles near Caen (Calvados, Normandy, France)...
20/06/2026

Canadian Allied troops, pictured as the crew of a Sherman tank south of Vaucelles near Caen (Calvados, Normandy, France), during the Battle of Normandy in June 1944. Canadian forces played a vital role alongside their Allied partners in the liberation of Western Europe following the D-Day landings.

More than a century later, Private Thomas Whitaker has finally been laid to rest.Thomas was just 18 when he was killed i...
19/06/2026

More than a century later, Private Thomas Whitaker has finally been laid to rest.
Thomas was just 18 when he was killed in a trench explosion, one month before the end of the First World War.

His remains, alongside five fellow soldiers, were found in Belgium in 2020 and identified by specialist “war detectives”.

This week, they were buried with full military honours at Tyne Cot Cemetery.
For Thomas’s family, it brought long-lost relatives together at his graveside.

Lest we forget 🌺

Some of Private Thomas Whitaker's relatives had never met before burial ceremony in Belgium.

Our team had a fantastic day at the RAF Cosford Air Show, speaking with hundreds of people and sharing more about the in...
19/06/2026

Our team had a fantastic day at the RAF Cosford Air Show, speaking with hundreds of people and sharing more about the incredible work of The Veterans'​ Foundation.

It was a pleasure to have so many meaningful conversations throughout the day. 👏🇬🇧

19/06/2026

A lifetime of service. A special reunion. ✈️

For his 90th birthday, former RAF pilot Tony Davies was surprised with the chance to stand beside a de Havilland Vampire aircraft once again — more than 60 years after flying it during his RAF career.

From National Service to 28 years in the Royal Air Force, and a further 14 years introducing Air Cadets to flying through Air Experience Flights, Tony's story reflects a lifelong commitment to aviation and supporting future generations.

Moments like these remind us how important it is to celebrate those who have served and preserve the stories that connect past and present.

Happy 90th birthday, Tony. Thank you for sharing your remarkable journey. 🎉🇬🇧

Many West Indian troops served as skilled tradesmen with the Royal Engineers, building bridges and pontoons in Western C...
19/06/2026

Many West Indian troops served as skilled tradesmen with the Royal Engineers, building bridges and pontoons in Western Command.

The photograph shows Sapper Williams, an MT driver from Kingston, Jamaica, serving with the Royal Engineers at Clitheroe, Lancashire.

Congratulations to Donna on winning £7,000 on the Veterans’ Lottery! 🎉Thanks to players like Donna, we're able to back l...
19/06/2026

Congratulations to Donna on winning £7,000 on the Veterans’ Lottery! 🎉

Thanks to players like Donna, we're able to back life-changing support for veterans and their communities across the UK.

Want to be our next winner? With prizes of up to £75,000, you could win while helping fund trusted organisations supporting those who have served.

Join the Veterans’ Lottery today. 👉 https://www.veteransfoundation.org.uk/lottery/join/

Who do you know? Fighting With Pride is working to reach LGBT+ veterans who may not know support is available. 👏If you k...
19/06/2026

Who do you know? Fighting With Pride is working to reach LGBT+ veterans who may not know support is available. 👏

If you know someone who served and could benefit from advice, recognition or support, please share this with them.

🔗 fightingwithpride.org.uk

No veteran should be left behind.

Today, we remember Private Gareth Leslie William Bellingham of 3rd Battalion, The Mercian Regiment (Staffords), who lost...
18/06/2026

Today, we remember Private Gareth Leslie William Bellingham of 3rd Battalion, The Mercian Regiment (Staffords), who lost his life in Afghanistan on 18 June 2011.

We honour his service and sacrifice, and remember his family, friends, comrades and all those affected by his loss.🌺

Artwork: Kev Wills MBE

On this day in 1815, British forces and their European allies stood together at Waterloo in one of history's most decisi...
18/06/2026

On this day in 1815, British forces and their European allies stood together at Waterloo in one of history's most decisive battles.

Facing sustained artillery fire and fierce close-quarters fighting, thousands of soldiers endured immense hardship and sacrifice. With the arrival of Prussian forces, the battle was won, bringing an end to the Napoleonic Wars.

Today, we remember all those who served at Waterloo and honour the sacrifices they made. Their service remains an enduring part of our shared history.🌺

Photo: Thomas Jones Barker, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

18/06/2026

Huge congratulations, Hari! 🎉

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