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[thxnews]

Dstl's AWG23: Shaping UK Army's Future

  A Groundbreaking War Game for the UK Army

In a historic endeavor, the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has successfully spearheaded the Army's largest-ever force development war game. Named Army Wargame 23 (AWG23), this 9-week-long event aimed to test and refine the UK Army's approach to future operations. At its core was the innovative 'Land Operating Concept,' a bold redesign of combat power, with a strategic focus on safeguarding and advancing UK and international interests.   A Collaborative Effort with Global Participation AWG23 assembled an impressive team of over 250 experts, including representatives from international partners, industry leaders, and academics. Senior officials from the Ministry of Defence (MOD) closely observed the war game's proceedings, recognizing its significance and potential impact on future military strategies. The exercise simulated four fictitious mission scenarios, each evaluating various force structures. The ultimate goal was to glean invaluable insights essential to crafting a battle-winning operating concept for the UK Army.  

Endorsement from Key Army Officials

High-ranking Army officials expressed their admiration for the meticulous planning and execution of the event. Major General James Bowder, Director Futures at Army HQ, hosted Chief of the General Staff (CGS) General Sir Patrick Sanders, who personally attended the war game. General Bowder expressed his pride in the collaborative efforts that have been quietly unfolding behind the scenes. He lauded the compelling insights and results achieved during AWG23, acknowledging the fruitful partnership with Dstl.   A Game-Changing Collaborative Endeavor General Sir Patrick Sanders commended AWG23 as an unparalleled source of valuable insights derived from war gaming. He highlighted the significance of this event in shaping future military strategies. The success of AWG23 can be attributed in part to the vital collaboration with international partners. Acknowledging that the UK armed forces seldom operate in isolation, the involvement and contributions of allies played a crucial role in understanding how joint operations could be enhanced in the future.  

International Collaboration at the Heart of Success

Sarah Knight, a Senior Principal Operational Research analyst for Dstl, emphasized the importance of international contributions. These partnerships allowed for the exchange of expertise, leading to a comprehensive understanding of how allied forces can effectively operate together in the future. The focus was on multi-domain integration, exploring different technologies shared among participating nations.   Strengthening Ties with the US One notable participant was the United States, which provided a contingent of personnel to contribute their insights. Specifically, they focused on deep shaping for a UK division involved in close combat. Colonel Matthew Olson from the US Army Futures Command expressed appreciation for the opportunity to collaborate with their UK counterparts. The war game facilitated the exchange of new ideas and techniques, enriching both nations' military concepts. The ability to conduct joint operations and gain invaluable perspectives from close allies like the UK was an experience the US valued greatly.  

Conclusion: Paving the Way for the Future

Army Wargame 23 (AWG23) marked a historic milestone in the UK Army's pursuit of innovative strategies for future operations. Under the expert leadership of Dstl, the war game fostered unprecedented collaboration among international partners, resulting in a shared vision of joint military capabilities. The insights gained from this groundbreaking event are sure to shape the UK Army's path forward and fortify its position as a global leader in military preparedness.   Sources: THX News, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory & Ministry of Defence. Read the full article

[candisblog]

A productive morning working on family history and my genealogy report on my Grandad. I have now requested his MOD Personal Records from the National Archives.

Christopher Kemp Wells was a Sapper (A Sapper is Solider who does jobs such as building bridges, repairing roads, laying and clearig landmines, etc). After being in the Royal Royal Engineers, he then went to work for the Coventry Corporation Engineering Deparment as a Carpenter and then the restortation of St Mayrs Guildhall and its Roof working on the carvings.

#genealogyresearch #MinistryOfDefence #armedforces #RoyalEngineers #mygrandfather #servicesrecords #nationalarchives

[ianscott360]

Plaxton Panther 3 Volvo B8R. Operated by the Ministry of Defence. Seen from top front of double decker. @volvobuses @ministryofdefence @british_coach_photography @volvo_bus_ #plaxtonpanther3 #plaxtonpanther #volvocoach #volvob8r #b8r #plaxton #panther #ministryofdefence #mod #coachesofinstagram #volvocoaches (at Farnham) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLH5BW0J5_4/?igshid=18xtlrl3wtggp

[tomsecker]

First FOIA of the new year - to the Ministry of Defence on RAF support to the new Wonder Woman 'film'. #raf #royalairforce #ministryofdefence #mod #wonderwoman #wonderwoman1984 #military #hollywood https://www.instagram.com/p/CJmWMZ0pYom/?igshid=1rw81x2i9qcgq

[blogofhistory-blog1]

The Raising Day Of Indian Coast Guard..! 1 February 1977..! The #IndianCoastGuard was raised on 1 February 1977, with the enactment of Coast Guard Act 1978, as a full-fledged independent #ArmedForce of the Union under the #MinistryofDefence (#MoD)..! Its primary task is to protect the country’s #Vast #Maritime #zones..! https://www.instagram.com/p/BtVbckTABo_VVLveiCSu9u1zKxHIVlKtc3bWFQ0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gc7mvbprwaj

[thephotostoryofmylife]

Went to Normandy today, not the one in France! Nice country walk amongst the tall trees🌳 Unfortunately, the heath was closed due to it being an MOD area and there was firing practice today (red flag up - do not enter!) #normandy #normandysurrey #surrey #ashranges #mod #ministryofdefence — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/3AScqAu

[khabarsamay]

Rakshamantri Distributes Cheques to Households for Land Acquisition

RakshaMantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman distributes cheques worth almost 5 crore for 30 households (96 persons) who were rehabilitated under Operation Seabird (Naval Project). She expressed gratitude towards those who have given their land for the development of the strategic Naval Base that shall strengthen the presence of the Navy along the Western Coast of India. Govt. of India, Ministry of Defence (MoD) acquired private land measuring 2412 acres 15 guntas 7 anas located in 13 vilages of Talukas Karwar and Ankola, Uttar Kannada District in Karnataka for the purpose of creating Naval Base. At the time of acquisition of land from 1988 to 2000, a sum of Rs 22.55 crores was paid to the ex-land owners towards compensation besides Rs. 126 crores towards rehabilitation packages to the project affected families. Some land owners who were not satisfied with quantum of compensation awarded by Special Land Acquisition Officer (SLAO), had filed references u/s 18 of Land Acquisition (LA) Act 1894, following which the Courts awarded enhanced compensation @ Rs 4.60 lacs per acre which was confirmed by the Supreme Court. Accordingly, in compliance of the Court orders, MoD till date has already paid Rs. 380.42 crore as enhanced compensation in respect of 1008 such cases. This amount has already been deposited with SLAO Karwar for onward disbursal to land owners through the Execution Courts at Karwar/ Ankola. As regards applications filed by ex-land owners u/s 28-A of LA Act, sanction of MoD has been accorded in 858 cases for an amount of Rs. 207.11 crore. DEO, Bangalore deposited Rs. 154 crore as on 23.02.2018 with SLAO, Karwar. The balance amount of Rs. 53,11,58,544/- will be deposited by DEO Bangalore with SLAO, Karwar within February 2018. To sum up, of the total land acquisition compensation to be provided to the land owners of Rs 587 crore (including Section 18(1) and Section 28-A), the Central Government has already deposited Rs 534 crore with the SLAO and the Courts. The balance Rs 53 crore will be deposited by the end of February 2018.   Read the full article

[weehughie]

Peninsula Square, Winchester... • • #peninsulasquare #peninsulabarracks #peninsulasquarewinchester #peninsulabarrackswinchester #winchester #hampshire #listedbuilding #listedbuildings #mod #ministryofdefence #royalgreenjackets #royalgreenjacketsmuseum #gurkha #gurkhamuseum #military #militarymuseum #winchestersmilitarymuseums #history #militaryhistory #heritage #militaryheritage #kingsroyalriflecorps #riflebrigade #sirchristopherwren #charlesii #kingshouse #royalhampshireregiment #royalhampshireregimentmuseum #kingsroyalhussars (at Peninsula Barracks)

[medkeyuk-blog]

At QR Medical ID Products we are proud to be supporting the Armed Forces Community by adding a discount to the Defence Discount Service website. #forcesdiscount #mod #ministryofdefence #defenceforces #defencediscountservice #medicalid #medicalkeyring #asthma #diabetes #epilepsy #angina #heartdisease #autism #ptsd #raf #army #navy

[gungadinwatches-blog]

Super Vintage British Army MOD Military Issue CWC W10 Wristwatch c.1979

£375.00

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[tngovernmentjobs]

BEL Chennai - Jobs for BE Degree holders http://www.tngovernmentjobs.in/2017/06/bharat-electronics-ltd-bel-chennai-tamilnadu-recruitment-contract-engineer-post.html #tngovernmentjobs #tngovtjobs #tnjobs #jobs #tamilnadu #chennai #psu #ministryofdefence #MoD #BharatElectronics #BEL #engineeringjobs #btechjobs

[tomsecker]

I have been trying to get my head around the British military's process for supporting non-news media and it is remarkably similar to the US military's system. I have been engaging the MOD over the last couple of years trying to get more documents and information on how this all works and after a several weeks-long break from doing anything journalistic I have resumed the FOIA fight on this issue. The irony is that the MOD respond to requests much more quickly, but are more obstructionist, so if anything it takes just as long to get proper documents out of them. Cunts. #MOD #ministryofdefence #hollywood #foiabinladen #foiajihad (at RAF Menwith Hill) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDKI4IHHUMn/?igshid=1grabx2y950nj

[tomsecker]

NEW ARTICLE - Was the Integrity Initiative behind the Salisbury Poisoning? - Newly-released documents on the Institute for Statecraft’s Integrity Initiative suggest that they had a hand in the Salisbury poisoning fiasco that dominated the British press last summer. An alternative narrative — whereby the poisoning of Yulia and Sergei Skripal was the work of British military and intelligence figures, in order to transform Britain’s foreign policy — is emerging. #ministryofdefence #foreignpolicy #foreignoffice #fco #MOD #statedepartment #propaganda #instituteforstatecraft #integrityinitiative #novichok #russia https://www.instagram.com/p/BsOaUcSABsz/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=lubw75vtjo52