Animals have a long and highly decorated history in the military, often fighting side by side troops on the frontline. As mascots, transport, messengers and warriors modern militaries still depend on the unique skills of animals, Frances Cook looks at some modern day animal heroes.

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Napoleon's famous maxim said that "an army marches on its stomach". But for today's increasingly technology-reliant forces, logistics is now about more than simply keeping warfighters fed. Dr Gareth Evans investigates.

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The battle for control of the electromagnetic spectrum is becoming increasingly intense. Anthony Beachey tunes in to the growing threat of electronic warfare to find out just how critical Information technology has become to military operations.

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With London preparing for the Olympic Games, the potential for terrorist attacks is heightened. We investigate the measures being taken to protect various venues from security risks.

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The German Bundeswehr is currently in the process of reducing its armed forces by as much as a quarter. Despite its reputation as an advanced military nation and strong ally for global peacekeeping, it will be implementing the biggest cut since the end of World War II. Albrecht Muller takes a closer look at how the decision, set against a background of economic decline, could radically transform the nations' military standing.

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In the wake of the Strategic Defence and Security Review, various cuts are looming. Liam Stoker examines the effect it will have on Britain's defence and ongoing operations overseas.

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Current military scenarios like Afghanistan create an asymmetric challenge for soldiers and their equipment. This results in a growing need for more effective armour that is still lightweight. Albrecht Muller takes a look at the range of new high-performance fibres that are helping soldiers to be more agile and easier to deploy.

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As the terrorist threat grows, global governments are working to counter a potentially devastating bioterrorist attack. Muriel Axford investigates the technology.

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The election of Julia Gillard as Australia's PM signalled a brief respite in one of the most bitterly fought elections. The consensus, which resulted in the first minority government in 70 years, remains intact for now, but serious questions remain over its longevity. We take a look at some of the more volatile items on the agenda, beginning with defence.

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UK vehicles have been struggling to adapt to the demands of hostile battlefields. A new system in development aims to provide around-the-clock, intelligent diagnostics for platforms on land, at sea and in the air. Chris Lo discovers how IVHM looks set to change the defence procurement landscape.

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