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The Iron Division @3rdUKDivision

3rd (United Kingdom) Division. We are the heart of the British Army’s Warfighting capability.

Joined May 2012
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The Iron Division retweeted
Royal Armoured Corps@RoyalArmdCorps
Jun 11
The Light Cavalry operate as the "eyes and ears" of the main force, specialising in mounted and dismounted reconnaissance, surveillance, and security operations. Using highly mobile vehicles, like the Jackal 2, they deploy ahead of the frontline to gather intelligence on enemy
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The Iron Division retweeted
Royal Armoured Corps@RoyalArmdCorps
Jun 9
The formidable Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank. The tank crew are all part of a team, irrespective of background and they work together to get the job done. To join as a member of a tank crew please visit: jobs.army.mod.uk/roles/royal… #tanks #armoured #FindandDestroy #britisharmy
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The Iron Division retweeted
British Army 🇬🇧
@BritishArmy
Jun 9
It was an honour to welcome His Majesty The King to the formation parade of the first ever dedicated Gurkha Artillery unit. The new unit is a powerful reminder of the deeply valued relationship between the United Kingdom and Nepal 🇬🇧 🇳🇵 Read more ⬇️ bit.ly/4oemWv6
A group of uniformed individuals are standing in front of a parked car with a regal emblem. They are engaged in a formal, cordial interaction, with one person bowing slightly while shaking hands. The individuals are adorned with various ceremonial decorations. A building with white-trimmed windows is visible in the background.

ALT A group of uniformed individuals are standing in front of a parked car with a regal emblem. They are engaged in a formal, cordial interaction, with one person bowing slightly while shaking hands. The individuals are adorned with various ceremonial decorations. A building with white-trimmed windows is visible in the background.

A group of soldiers in formal uniforms stands in formation on a grassy field. In the background, several military personnel are positioned near artillery pieces. Trees and fences are visible beyond the field.

ALT A group of soldiers in formal uniforms stands in formation on a grassy field. In the background, several military personnel are positioned near artillery pieces. Trees and fences are visible beyond the field.

A group of uniformed individuals stands in formation outdoors. One individual, prominently positioned, is smiling and shaking hands with one of the uniformed people. The uniforms are formal, adorned with medals and ceremonial decorations. Trees are visible in the background.

ALT A group of uniformed individuals stands in formation outdoors. One individual, prominently positioned, is smiling and shaking hands with one of the uniformed people. The uniforms are formal, adorned with medals and ceremonial decorations. Trees are visible in the background.

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The Iron Division retweeted
First Fusiliers@FirstFusiliers
Jun 9
Fusiliers on the Run 🏃‍♂️🏅 This week, the Bn Running Team competed at the Armed Forces Inter-Service & Corps 10km Championships in Nottingham. Runners also represented their respective Corps, with Sgt Sophie Smith securing Gold with the RAMS Female Senior Team. 1/3
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This week, 3rd UK Division hosted the NATO PECC Course, delivered by the NATO Military Medicine Centre of Excellence. With multinational faculty and students from Hungary, Germany, Norway, Sweden, USA and the UK, the course strengthened allied collaboration. 1/2
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The PECC plays a vital role in coordinating safe, timely casualty evacuation—ensuring prioritisation, oversight, and clear communication. Strengthening NATO medevac capability and interoperability.2/2
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The Iron Division retweeted
BFBS Radio
@BFBSRadioHQ
Mar 17
Happy St Patrick's Day ☘️ 2 Royal Irish celebrated in the traditional spirit of the regiment.🫡 The parade and shamrock giving were held at Hillsborough Castle in Northern Ireland The battalion came together with veterans of the regiment and the ACF to march through the town onto the parade square with the regimental band.
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The Iron Division retweeted
British Army 🇬🇧
@BritishArmy
Mar 16
“Our medics have functioned side-by-side, to ensure the right medical care is in the right place and at the right time." We've been working alongside our French counterparts, testing new ways of providing lifesaving medical care. Find out more👇 bit.ly/3Nm0GS8

British and French medics form an entente medicale | British Army

British and French medics have parachuted in to test new ways to provide lifesaving medical care together on a major exercise in France.

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The Iron Division retweeted
Royal Armoured Corps@RoyalArmdCorps
Feb 27
Physical development and camaraderie are two of the biggest focuses in the King’s Royal Hussars. #britisharmy #army #military #militaryfitness #FindandDestroy
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The Iron Division retweeted
Royal Armoured Corps@RoyalArmdCorps
Feb 10
Challenger 2 tank crews from the @WessexYeomanry out on the knife edge and tank training area at Bovington Camp in Dorset last weekend. To join as a member of a reserve tank crew please visit: jobs.army.mod.uk/army-reserv… #Armyjobs #Armoured #FindandDestroy #Britisharmy #Tanks
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The Iron Division retweeted
First Fusiliers@FirstFusiliers
Feb 3
Boxer live, Rounds downrange⚙️🔥 This week, the team took Boxer onto the ranges, conducting live fire serials and firing the Remote Weapon System to build confidence, accuracy, and crew drills on the platform. Training the fundamentals now, ready to deliver when it counts.
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Force Atlantic 25: Final Push Our all-NCO crew from @12RegtRA are into the final 441 nautical miles to Antigua — and they’re absolutely smashing it. The first ever all-NCO team to take on this challenge, showing what our people can achieve when trusted, backed and empowered.1/2
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2/2 📊 Current standings: ▪️ 4th in Mixed Class ▪️ 12th overall (4-person teams) ▪️ 31st of 43 boats Resilience. Grit. Determination. Flying the flag for the Regiment 💪🇬🇧
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The Iron Division retweeted
Royal Armoured Corps@RoyalArmdCorps
Jan 20
Trojan, an armoured engineer vehicle designed to open routes through complex battlefield obstacles and clear a path through minefields, places a pipe fascine bundle over an obstacle. This enabled troops on an Armoured Commanders Course to manoeuvre their Challenger 2 tanks
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The Iron Division retweeted
National Armaments Director Group
@UKArmaments
Jan 20
A landmark achievement for Challenger 3. 🇬🇧 🔥 Challenger 3 has successfully completed its first-ever crewed live firing trials using its 120mm smoothbore L55A1 cannon. Delivered by @RH_BAES_Land under a £800m contract, supporting 750 UK jobs. 🔗 des.mod.uk/challenger-3-reac…
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The Iron Division retweeted
First Fusiliers@FirstFusiliers
Jan 19
X Company in Kuwait 🇰🇼⚔️ X Coy has deployed to Kuwait for Ex Desert Warrior, receiving a warm welcome and meeting key figures from the Kuwait Land Forces (KLF) on arrival. The ex was officially opened by the Comd of the KLF. 1/2
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1/3 The WSM, approved by HM The King, recognises Armed Forces personnel and civilians working outside the traditional criteria of operational medals. It rewards those making a significant contribution to UK objectives in rigorous circumstances.
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3/3 The WSM was issued today to: WO1 Morrow Sgt Rai Maj Henderson Capt Edwardson Capt Rees Sgt Northwood Col Worth Proud moments and well-earned recognition.
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2/3 The medal reflects the changing nature of conflict and the new ways the Armed Forces deliver operational effect in support of HMG strategic objectives. It acknowledges operations where impact is high, even when physical risk is lower than traditional medal criteria.
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1/3 This year’s all-inclusive Christmas gathering at the GOC’s residence brought the HQ team together for a wonderfully spirited celebration. From Christmas Zumba and festive fancy dress to mince pies, bacon rolls, and mulled wine, it was the perfect way to close out 2025.
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3/3 On behalf of the GOC and everyone at the HQ, we wish you a very Merry Christmas. May you find time to rest, recharge, and return reinvigorated for an exciting year ahead. Watch this space…!
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