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Saturday 5th September, 2026
Stewartry Sea Cadets - Kirkcudbright, Scotland
10:30am BST
Run time: 1 hour

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Over the last half-century, the character of conflict and war has shifted alongside radical changes in technology and society. Join ex Nato and United Nations commander Ben Barry for a compelling exploration into the evolution of the British Army in his exploration of the challenges facing the British army based on his book: The Rise and Fall of the British Army.


Barry tracks this journey from the lows of the 1970s to the heightened war-fighting capabilities of the Cold War era. He provides a fresh interpretation of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, leading up to the modern challenges of our uncertain times. 


Drawing on personal experience and exclusive interviews, Barry challenges established narratives to reveal the true story of the Army’s rise and fall. Don’t miss this definitive reassessment of British military history – increasingly relevant in the turbulent times we live in.