2025 King’s Birthday Honours Recognize Military Excellence Across Forces

The King’s Birthday Honours List for 2025 has recognized numerous military personnel for their exceptional service in the Armed Forces. The list includes individuals from the Royal Navy, Army, and Royal Air Force who have been granted various state honors for their dedication and contributions.

In the Royal Navy, personnel have received honors such as appointments to the most honorable Order of the Bath and the most excellent Order of the British Empire. Rear Admiral Steven McCarthy and Rear Admiral Robert George Pedre have been appointed as Companions of the Order of the Bath. Commodore Paul Edward Dunn, Commodore Philip Gordon Game, and Commodore Timothy Cooper Green have been appointed as Commanders of the Order of the British Empire, among others.

Additionally, individuals like Lieutenant Commander William George Barker and Lieutenant Colonel Paul Stanley Fitzpatrick have been recognized as Members of the Orders. The King’s Volunteer Reserves Medal was awarded to Warrant Officer 1 Logistician Samantha Martin for her valuable service, while the King’s Commendation for Valuable Service was bestowed upon Warrant Officer Class 2 Engineering Technician Michael John Barker and Lieutenant Commander Matthew Peter Johnson.

In the Army division, promotions and appointments to prestigious orders such as the Order of the Bath and the Order of the British Empire have been announced. Major General Zachary Raymond Stenning and Lieutenant General Charles Seymour Collins are among those honored for their service. Colonel Nicholas Owen Fitzgerald, Colonel Iain Edward Gibb, and Brigadier Alexander James Smith have been appointed as Commanders of the Order of the British Empire.

The list also includes Members of the Orders like Major Timothy Richard Barker, Staff Sergeant Gordon Alexander Bruce, and Major David James Love. The Royal Red Cross recognized Warrant Officer Class 1 Ashley Grant Coull for his contributions. The King’s Commendation for Valuable Service was awarded to Major Brent Stephen William Carter and Corporal Connor-James Derek Davidson, among others.

Furthermore, the Royal Air Force saw promotions and appointments to distinguished orders like the Order of the Bath and the Order of the British Empire. Air Marshal John Jackson Stringer was appointed as a Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath, while Air Vice-Marshal Mark William James Chappell and Air Vice-Marshal Alastair Peter Thomas Smith were appointed as Companions of the Order of the Bath.

Members of the Orders in the Royal Air Force include individuals like Corporal Emile-Josiah Bangura, Sergeant Gareth Lloyd Jones, and Flight Lieutenant Raj Kiran Mehta. Flight Sergeant Stephanie Louise Roberts was recognized as an Ordinary Associate of the Royal Red Cross, Second Class. Distinguished Flying Cross recipient Flight Lieutenant Jason Aaron Chadwick and other commendations for valuable service and bravery were also announced.

The honours bestowed upon these military personnel reflect their commitment, bravery, and dedication to serving their respective branches of the armed forces. Their achievements and sacrifices contribute significantly to the defense and security of the nation, showcasing the exemplary standards upheld by the military community.