Today, The King as Captain General of the Royal Regiment of Artillery, made his first visit to the 7th Air Defence Group Royal Artillery units in Thorney Island, West Sussex.

Also known as the Gunners, the Royal Artillery is made up of 14 regular regiments and 7 reserve regiments, and provides the British Army with its eyes, ears and firepower.

During the visit, The King watched an immersive operational air defence demonstration, opened the Junior Ranks’ Restaurant and met members of the Thorney Island community.

Credit: The Royal Family