The British Army is the land warfare force of the United Kingdom responsible for defending the UK, the British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies. The British Army, founded in 1707, has seen involvement in most of the world's major wars throughout history, including both world wars.
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| Subject | British Army |
| Category | Land warfare force of the United Kingdom |
| Reading time | 1 min · Advanced |
| Key date | 1707 |
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