The HMG .50 Cal — heavy firepower within the British Army. Chambered in 12.7×99mm NATO, it provides long-range fire support and is designed to engage a range of targets. Its versatility allows it to be deployed in various roles, including vehicle-mounted applications.
Following deployments on Operation Shader, 150 soldiers from 2nd Battalion @RiflesRegiment have been awarded their Operational Service Medals 🏅 🫡
Their service supported the UK's mission against Daesh, contributing to stability in the region and strengthening alliances.
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Warfare is forever changing.
Infanteer’s will always have a role on the battlefield, from clearing positions to operating technology.
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Go further than you thought.
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From today SWIFT is expanding its membership to include family, friends, RIFLES Cadets aged 16 and over and our communities.
This video will help you navigate SWIFT, which you can access at https://t.co/zhWK00t8zw or via the App Store by typing in RIFLES SWIFT.
Members of 1 RIFLES developing their skills on the Platform Weapon Operators Course (PWOC).
PWOC qualifies personnel to safely and competently operate platform-mounted weapons as part of a vehicle crew, with their training and performance formally assessed and recorded.
RIFLES Boxing is going from strength-to-strength and next season we hope to go one better with a win at the Army Finals.
The commitment levels and sheer determination of the team is exemplary, and the regiment would like to congratulate everyone involved.
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The Band and Bugles of The Rifles performing at the RAF Museum to celebrate the BFBS Esports Pro League 🎮
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This weekend the annual RIFLES CADET CUP competition took place at Nescliff Training Area in Shropshire.
The champion ACF team was Dorset whilst the champion CCF team was Sherborne School.
Huge thanks to those Riflemen involved.
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🎖️ 3 Rifles battled it out to become the Chosen Man.
Soldiers put their core skills to the test during a week-long patrol competition near Edinburgh, competing for the historic title.
Dating back to the Napoleonic Wars, the Chosen Man was recognised for exceptional marksmanship, intelligence and leadership.
Not every fight happens in the open.
From narrow village streets to dense urban environments, the Infantry needs to be ready to operate wherever the mission takes them.
Go further than you thought.
Swift and Bold.
Last week the annual RIFLES Bugle Concentration took place at Worthy Down. There was an exceptional display of discipline and skill, whilst keeping our Regimental traditions as strong as ever.
Many congratulations to the winners and all participants.
Swift and Bold.
Legacy isn’t given. It’s earned. Wearing the cap badge of The Rifles means becoming part of a history built by those who came before you.
It carries standards, tradition and a reputation that demands something from everyone who wears it.
The legacy continues.
Swift and Bold.
A key part of an infanteer's initial and ongoing training is Live Firing Tactical Training (LFTT).
From individual drills through to company-level attacks, soldiers are tested in realistic conditions.
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