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Post by cammy on Jul 17, 2009 10:56:15 GMT 1
A British soldier has been killed in Afghanistan after being struck by an explosion while on a foot patrol. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) today announced that the soldier was from 2nd Battalion The Rifles, and was the 16th British serviceman to die in under a fortnight as the fight against the Taliban intensifies. He becomes the 185th member of the British military to die in Afghanistan – more than the number killed in Iraq. The soldier, who is yet to be named, was killed while on patrol near Gereshk, in central Helmand province, yesterday afternoon. Lieutenant Colonel Nick Richardson, a spokesman for Task Force Helmand, said: "It is with extreme sadness that I must report the death of a brave soldier. He laid down his life for his country and for the good people of Afghanistan. We grieve for his loss and join with his family and friends to mourn his passing. He will always be remembered." MoD officials said the soldier's next of kin had been informed. The death comes amid a new debate about whether British troops are adequately equipped. The head of the army, General Sir Richard Dannatt, said the loss of so many service personnel in such a short period was a "disappointingly large number" that highlighted the importance of stopping the Taliban from laying roadside bombs. (Cammy) Rest in Piece
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Post by Frenchie on Jul 17, 2009 13:17:13 GMT 1
We Will Remember
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