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Post by cammy on Jun 20, 2009 17:49:46 GMT 1
Sadly we hear again today of yet another loss in Helmand. A soldier was killed by an IED. Family have been informed, details to follow. Rest in piece young man<><> God Bless
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Post by Frenchie on Jun 20, 2009 21:12:15 GMT 1
Rest in Peace.
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Post by Frenchie on Jun 20, 2009 21:16:31 GMT 1
latest Information:
The soldier, from 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, died while on a routine patrol near Lashkar Gah in central Helmand province on Friday morning.
The soldier's next of kin have been informed of the death.
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Post by Frenchie on Jun 21, 2009 14:56:21 GMT 1
A soldier killed in a blast in southern Afghanistan on Friday has been named as Major Sean Birchall of 1st Battalion Welsh Guards.
The 33-year-old died while on patrol near Lashkar Gah in central Helmand province, the Ministry of Defence said.
Major Birchall was described as an "inspired leader" and a "highly capable officer" who excelled at all he did.
His commanding officer, Lieutenant Colonel Rupert Thornloe, said: "Those under his command greatly admired his military competence and his legendary physical fitness and they warmed to his cheerful, upbeat manner.
"Sean always led from the front and his soldiers would have followed him anywhere."
His wife Joanna said he was a "wonderful husband" and "devoted father" to 18-month-old son Charlie.
Major Birchall was leading a patrol to deliver supplies and check on his men in the checkpoints around Basharan.
We Will Remember Them
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