In this episode of the Combat Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Tony Gibson a British Army veteran with 26 years of service, who played a key role in some of the UK’s most significant state events, including the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral, Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, and King Charles III’s Coronation.

Tony shares insight into the discipline, responsibility, and pressure that comes with operating at the highest ceremonial level of the Armed Forces. He reflects on a long military career, the standards expected behind the scenes of historic national moments, and the personal challenge of transitioning from military life to civilian life.

As he prepares for his next chapter as a firefighter, Tony speaks openly about identity, purpose, and adapting skills forged in service to a new role built around public service and teamwork.

In this episode, we cover:
26 years of service in the British Army
Planning and executing major state ceremonies
Behind-the-scenes pressure of national events
Discipline, leadership, and accountability
Transitioning from military to civilian life
Identity, purpose, and adapting after service
Preparing for a new career as a firefighter
This episode is for anyone interested in British Army life, military transition, leadership, public service, and life after long-term service.

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Tony Gibson
British Army Veteran | 26 Years Service | Future Firefighter
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