2nd Battalion Mercian Regiment soldier killed
A SOLDIER from 2nd Battalion The Mercian Regiment, which includes soldiers from Notts, has been killed in Afghanistan.
The soldier has not yet been named but The Ministry of Defence has confirmed the soldier was killed by a rocket propelled grenade attack last night.
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A soldier from 2nd Battalion The Mercian Regiment has been killed
A second soldier from The Light Dragoons was killed in a separate attack.
Their families have been informed.
Lieutenant Colonel Nick Richardson, a spokesman for Task Force Helmand, said: "The loss of these soldiers, and colleagues, has come as a huge blow to us all."
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by Miltona, Paradise Found
Monday, July 06 2009, 5:48AM
“It must be tough to serve in Afghanistan knowing a lot of the British public don't think the war you're putting your life on the line for is worth fighting. When soldiers join the army, they know that they are taking on a job that requires them to work in dangerous, perhaps deadly, conditions. They are willing to do this: they have not been conscripted. I would never have the courage to do this, and I salute all those who have the job of fighting to save their country, and also fighting to try to preserve democracy and peace in other parts of the world.
I realise that there are people who do not see the point of having British troops in Afghanistan, but I think the politics would be better posted elsewhere. This story is about the death of a brave Briton. Please respect his/her sacrifice
rather than suggesting the government should change its policy.”
by fed up, of PC idiots
Sunday, July 05 2009, 9:02PM
“Speak to any soldier, they would rather be out there doing their job than looking for the taliban on our own streets!”
by Working Class stitched up, as usual
Sunday, July 05 2009, 8:25PM
“The best comment I've ever read on this website Brian; every word a true one: bring 'em home- at once!”
by Working Class Stitched Up, As usual
Sunday, July 05 2009, 8:19PM
“The best comment I've ever read on this website Brian; every word a true one: bring 'em home- at once!”
by Patriot, Here
Sunday, July 05 2009, 7:05PM
“It must be comfiorting for his fmily that he died defending his country”