Oldbury Royal British Legion

02/09/2026

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It was on this day in 1945 when Japan officially signed the act of unconditional surrender – bringing about an end to the Second World War.

After six long years of conflict, there was relief and celebration with parties and parades taking place in the streets.

But the human cost had been great, with the war against Japan claiming over 90,000 British casualties.

Many waited months to be reunited with loved ones they hadn’t seen for years.

Today, we remember the serving personnel from Britain and across the Commonwealth who served and sacrificed so much for the freedoms we hold today.

28/08/2026

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At this challenging time, we stand in solidarity with the Gurkha community and the people of Nepal ❤️

27/08/2026

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As the scale of the tragedy in Nepal becomes apparent today, all of the Gurkha family stand united in support of the people affected. We salute the work of our brothers and sisters in the Nepal Army and emergency services as they deal with the aftermath of the catastrophic river flood. Our Gurkha family is working together to do what it can. British Gurkhas Nepal and the Gurkha Welfare Trust are working hard to ensure our people are safe and that we can help and support the Nepalese authorities in any way we can. Many lives and livelihoods have been lost, and the path to recovery for Nepal, yet again, will take time and considerable effort. Our hearts go out to those who have lost family and friends. We are with you.

Colonel Commandant Brigade of Gurkhas.

15/08/2026

I love working with our veteran community, but some days you just want to scream and shout at RBL HQ and staff.

If it isn't issues with members magically disappearing from our branch when i know they have paid, this could be another nail in the coffin.

Today in a 2-hour period I recieved 200 emails from RBL Learning and development, to my personal email, saying that i hadn't logged into my account since setting it up, and it was going to be deleted in two weeks time.

Now that is strange, as i logged in last week to change my password, and see if there was any training available to fit around my work schedule, as I have found in the past there isnt any.

Frustrating beyond belief

15/08/2026

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15/08/2026

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It's 81 years since Victory over Japan Day, the end of the Second World War.

We remember all those who served in the Far East, and honour the courage, resilience and sacrifice of that generation.

15/08/2026

August 15th is VJ Day

Today is VJ Day - Victory over Japan - the day the war finally ended in the Far East.
It’s a moment to honour all those who served there and never made it home.

They are commonly known ss the “Forgotten Army”, soldiers who endured jungle warfare, monsoons, and extreme hardship in a campaign that is too often left out of the history books.

We will never forget the courage and sacrifice of those who served.

We Will Remember Them

03/08/2026

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01/08/2026

Ladys and gentlemen, I have had the upmost privelage, to do my little bit, for those who serve, have served, their families and dependants for +35 years now.

As many of you know my opinions and tenacity for the service community of Oldbury hasn't gone down to well with RBL HQ & members of staff.

Hopefully, with your support, I will continue to be an advocate for our Armed Forces Community, every little problem that effects our beneficaries is a major issue to me, as I have had the upmost privelge to know you all.