Welcome to Minden Branch The Royal British Legion
What is The Royal British Legion?
Who we are…
The Royal British Legion provides financial, social and emotional support to millions who have served or are currently serving in the Armed Forces, and their dependants.
Nearly 9.5 million people are eligible for our help. The Legion is also one of Englands largest membership organisations, with about 370,000 members nationwide, and a further 11,000 overseas. We welcome men and women of all ages, whether or not they have served in the Armed Forces. Founded in 1921, the Legion's work is as vital as ever.
What we do...
The Legion is the major voice for Service and ex-Service people throughout the year. We campaign and lobby on a wide range of issues, including mental and physical health, housing and homelessness, employment, community and adult care, disability, skills development and debt. Our aim is to continuously improve the welfare and support provided for veterans and their dependants of all ages. We are custodians of Remembrance, ensuring those who gave their lives for the freedom we enjoy today are always remembered. We are responsible for the Two Minute Silence on Remembrance Sunday and 11 November, bringing Remembrance into the national calendar. We also organise the annual Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall, and assist with the march past at the Cenotaph on Remembrance Sunday.