Why the MoD is Clearly the “Best Army in the World”: A Salute to Taxpayer-Funded Misogyny and Cover-Ups

Ah, the Ministry of Defence—a true pillar of excellence, a shining beacon of justice, and an example to militaries everywhere… or so they say. Britain’s MoD loves to remind us that it’s the best army in the world, a title that seems to require an endless supply of smoke, mirrors, and taxpayer money to sustain. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll find an institution not so much built on honour and integrity, but rather propped up by a grim cocktail of misogyny, abuse, and lavish expenditures to cover up both.

Let’s get one thing straight: the MoD’s foundation isn’t just steel, armour, and polished brass buttons. No, it’s also built on the backs of women—wives, girlfriends, and civilians—who bear the brunt of the darker side of the military machine. These women are often left to navigate a world where abuse, intimidation, and silence are part of the package. But don’t worry; the MoD has got it covered. Quite literally. With millions in taxpayer pounds, they ensure that anyone who dares to raise their voice is met with a deafening wall of denial, intimidation, or simply shoved under the rug.

Take my story, for example. I started Dope Soul Village, a safe space for women, to shed light on exactly this. I spent years as a military wife, stationed in Cyprus with my husband, who served with 1 PWRR. When my husband filed a service complaint against his superior, Major King, we expected a fair investigation—after all, the military is nothing if not honourable, right? Wrong. The response? Major King retaliated by reporting me to the Royal Military Police with baseless allegations, igniting an unjust, hellish investigation. Instead of protecting us, the MoD stood by, complicit in Major King’s abuse of power, while we were harassed, shamed, and ultimately left in the lurch. Apparently, this is their idea of justice and accountability.

The MoD’s reputation for discipline and order, however, seems to have a gaping loophole when it comes to domestic abuse. Behind the closed doors of military housing, countless wives and girlfriends live under the shadow of control and violence, courtesy of the men in uniform who are supposed to be protectors of the nation. This is no isolated issue; it’s systemic, but conveniently “overlooked.”

And why wouldn’t it be? After all, dealing with domestic abuse would require resources, honesty, and accountability—none of which come easily to the MoD. Instead, they’ve become experts in spending taxpayer money on the real priorities: covering up the truth, bullying victims into silence, and painting over the cracks with grandiose statements about British military excellence. Protecting women from abuse? Not on the MoD’s agenda, unless there’s a PR angle in it.

You’d think that the MoD’s budget would go toward, you know, defending the country. But it turns out a lot of it goes toward ensuring the public never gets wind of the toxic culture that festers within. Reports of harassment and assault often vanish, only to resurface as “resolved” with no follow-up. It’s the taxpayer-funded magic trick we all get to pay for. Voicing a concern? Brace yourself for retaliation, legal harassment, or at the very least, a bureaucratic merry-go-round designed to exhaust you into silence.

Meanwhile, millions of pounds that could have gone into improving conditions for those on the front line or supporting veterans end up quietly funding legal teams and PR campaigns to make sure the world sees the MoD’s “heroic” image. How noble.

For those at the top, accountability is a foreign concept. The good ol’ boys club takes care of its own, shielding perpetrators from consequences, while anyone who questions it faces threats and retaliation. The men who abuse their wives or girlfriends? Promoted. The women who report abuse? Punished. In the MoD’s twisted hierarchy, integrity and justice don’t get you far. But a healthy dose of misogyny? Well, now that’s the fast track to the top.

In the face of all this institutional betrayal, it’s no wonder women feel abandoned. This was the driving force behind Dope Soul Village, my platform designed to support and protect women who’ve faced abuse, harassment, or neglect—whether within the military or beyond. We give women a voice, real help, and a place to belong without the need to bow to the powerful. For those the MoD has tried to silence, Dope Soul Village is here to listen and empower. Because no one deserves to be left behind or punished for speaking the truth.

Our work has been essential because, despite the MoD’s claims of being a family that supports its own, countless women know otherwise. The system is broken, and the people within it are terrified of women who refuse to stay silent. And as Dope Soul Village continues to grow, so does our determination to expose the truth and bring real support to women failed by the MoD.

It’s easy for the MoD to boast about being the best army in the world when they’re sitting on a throne built by women’s unpaid labour, silenced cries, and taxpayer-funded cover-ups. Sure, they’re “the best”—if by “best” we mean skilled in turning a blind eye to abuse, burying evidence, and painting over glaring systemic issues. Real strength lies in integrity, accountability, and support for all who serve and those they love—qualities the MoD apparently cannot afford on its multi-billion-pound budget.

So here’s to the MoD, a true model of modern military excellence. May they one day discover that honour isn’t just a marketing term, but a standard to be upheld. Until then, Dope Soul Village will be here, holding them accountable where they refuse to be.