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Sick parade: A crisis at Catterick Garrison

The Slow Newscast

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Silent Struggles: Mental Health in the Military

This chapter examines the ongoing mental health crisis at Catterick Garrison, the UK's largest army base, through the tragic stories of soldiers like Lance Corporal Bernard Mungan. It highlights the systemic neglect and cultural stigma surrounding mental health issues in the military, along with the failures of support systems for vulnerable service members. The narrative sheds light on the urgent need for reforms and proper investigations into the treatment of soldiers facing psychological challenges.

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