Royal Artillery

The Royal Artillery is a regiment within the British Army responsible for providing artillery support. It's currently newsworthy due to two separate incidents. Firstly, the regiment is facing criticism for refusing public access to a golden ram's head, an artifact looted from the Asante people of Ghana during the 19th century. The artifact is currently held within the regiment's mess at Larkhill. This has sparked debate about the repatriation of historical artifacts. Secondly, a British army officer, Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney of the 4th Regiment Royal Artillery, tragically died during live fire training at Otterburn Training Area in Northumberland. These events highlight the Royal Artillery's role in both historical controversies and ongoing military training, underscoring its continued relevance within the British armed forces.