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13 July 2026 A new chapter for the Freeman Air & Space Institute Freeman Air & Space Institute Announces Leadership Changes Following House of Lords Appointment.
2 July 2026 National Security at a Crossroads: Is the UK ready for a 'whole of society' approach to defence? Air, space and defence professionals gathered at King’s College London for the Freeman Air and Space…
30 June 2026 Next generation of strategic thinkers join senior leaders to discuss global security The future of strategy and security will be shaped as much by trust, leadership and partnerships as…
23 June 2026 King's students return to the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom for graduation On the 29 May, students from the Defence Studies Department at King's College London returned to the…
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