In this second part, Ashley Bowmer shares how his time in the Army, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan shaped not only his own life, but the direction of Joanne’s work.

Each June, Armed Forces Week gives the nation an opportunity to show support for the men and women who serve, veterans who have served, and the wider Armed Forces community. While some countries officially recognise Military Spouses Day, the UK does not currently have a dedicated national day to honour military spouses and families.