British and South Korean armies carry on joint Exercise Imjin Warrior 23.

The exercise takes its name from the Battle of the Imjin River, a decisive battle in the Korean War that remains a significant event in British military history. Over 2,000 personnel from both countries participated in Exercise Imjin Warrior 23, working together to improve the partnership between the two militaries.
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An officer from the Education Training Corps attached to C Company, the 1st Battalion Scots Guards, taking to his Signaller from the Republic of Korean Army at the start of the offensive phase of Exercise Imjin Warrior 2023 (Picture source: British Army)

Major Teasdale, Company Commander C Company ‘The Rabbits’, 1st Battalion Scots Guards, said: “The past two years have been a whirlwind for C Company, from the global ceremonial stage to the tunnels of Gibraltar, the gales of the South Atlantic, and the deserts of the Middle East. Korea has presented its own unique challenges. In addition to facing an enemy with a completely different doctrine, the mountainous terrain, dense jungle-like forests, and unique urban interfaces are unlike anything the Company has seen before. However, the Company has taken it in stride, demonstrating incredible resilience, adaptability, and professionalism. I am immensely proud of them!”

2023 marks 70 years since the cease-fire suspending (not officially ending) the Korean War and 140 years of UK-Korea relations. The exercise demonstrates the UK's enduring commitment to enhancing Indo-Pacific security by shifting greater resources to the region.

Ex Imjin Warrior forms part of the UK's persistent engagement strategy which is outlined in the 2022 'Future Soldier' publication. This strategy aims to have the British Army conduct longer-term deployed unit training, partnered exercises, and provide a regionally forward-based persistent engagement force.

Over the past 18 months, C Company, also known as 'The Rabbits', has been deployed around the globe, including the Falklands, Gibraltar, and Oman. The company has also performed ceremonial duties including the Queen's funeral and the King's coronation.

Defense News November 2023