Countess of Wessex Pays Visit to Military Families in Bulford

The Countess of Wessex today made a trip to Bulford, in Wiltshire, where she met with soldiers from the 5th Battalion The Rifles and their families.

She was given a tour of Ward Barracks, the new home base for the 5th Battalion following their recent return from Germany. During her tour, the Countess was shown the newest equipment the 5th Battalion uses, including new personal protection equipment.

"Virtus" is the new load carrying & personal protection equipment on issue to the @BritishArmy & includes new lighter-weighted body armour. pic.twitter.com/yegmtjjItt

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) January 11, 2017

She also stopped in at the Mess Hall and spent time speaking with the families of the soldiers, hearing about their experiences in Germany, and got her fair share of baby cuddles in the process!

Sophie is the Royal Colonel of the 5th Battalion.

The 5 Rifles have now returned from their posting in Germany and will be based at the Bulford barracks in Wiltshire. pic.twitter.com/5mti3FtNrT

— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) January 11, 2017

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