In this latest episode of Military Matters, Brian Gerrish and Charles Malet consider what is planned for the British Armed Forces as their hollowing out clashes with the growing war rhetoric. 

They also discuss the manipulation of the veteran community with applied behavioural psychology so that the state can keep veterans ‘onside’. 

Some veterans do appear keen to challenge various narratives presented. Brian and Charles have a look at the recently established Frontline Alliance. What role, if any, does the military — both serving personnel and veterans — have in setting things back on track?