defence.professionals | defpro.com: "British Wolfhound armoured vehicles go operational in Afghanistan�
British troops learn how to drive the new Wolfhound vehicle at a training area of Camp Bastion.
15:11 GMT, October 18, 2010 The British Army's newest heavyweight protected vehicle, Wolfhound, is now operational in Afghanistan, giving troops increased protection as they support missions in high-threat areas.
The six-wheeled Wolfhound joins Coyote and Husky as the biggest of the tactical support vehicle family.
Defence Secretary Dr Liam Fox said: 'Wolfhound's deployment on the front line marks a significant milestone for the range of vehicles our troops have at their disposal. Carrying essential combat supplies such as food, water and ammunition, the tactical support vehicle fleet is providing vital support to troops on front line patrols."
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News Trends and Headlines | Seek4media - James Blunt glad to leave army
News Trends and Headlines | Seek4media - James Blunt glad to leave army: "James Blunt is 'glad' he isn't in the army any longer.
The British singer/songwriter was an officer in the Life Guards, a Cavalry regiment of the British Army, but left in 2002 to pursue his music career and says he is happy not to be ion service anymore because he doesn't support the British military's current involvement in Afghanistan.
He said: 'I'm glad I'm not in the Army now, as I wouldn't feel any great conviction for the way the war in Afghanistan is being approached by politicians. We need to look after our troops and equip them as best we can.'
Despite not supporting the decision to post troops into the Middle Eastern country, James plans to visit frontline troops in December to show them his support."
The British singer/songwriter was an officer in the Life Guards, a Cavalry regiment of the British Army, but left in 2002 to pursue his music career and says he is happy not to be ion service anymore because he doesn't support the British military's current involvement in Afghanistan.
He said: 'I'm glad I'm not in the Army now, as I wouldn't feel any great conviction for the way the war in Afghanistan is being approached by politicians. We need to look after our troops and equip them as best we can.'
Despite not supporting the decision to post troops into the Middle Eastern country, James plans to visit frontline troops in December to show them his support."
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