Disgusting. RIP.
Check the attitude lads, that’s not what this thread is about. Mr Evans has put a lot of work into it, out of respect for him, and out of respect the service personnel he’s honouring, I’d ask you to post in this thread in the relevant manner.
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Wilson, thank you for reminding everyone.
I’ll say this now. As soon as information is released I’ll post it up here, in the mean time, remember that we are better than them. Those who kill and murder the servicemen who are on these pages are cowards, and dishonorable people. Do not let yourselves be lowered to their level.
Drummer Lee “Riggers” Rigby
Drummer Lee Rigby, 25 years of age, from Manchester, leaves behind his son, aged 2, and partner.
He was killed while off duty in Woolwich in a suspected terrorist incident, in which he was stabbed repeatedly by two men who were later shot and arrested.
His family made the following statement:
"Lee was lovely. He would do anything for anybody, he always looked after his sisters and always protected them. He took a ‘big brother’ role with everyone.
"All he wanted to do from when he was a little boy, was be in the Army. He wanted to live life and enjoy himself. His family meant everything to him. He was a loving son, husband, father, brother, and uncle, and a friend to many.
“We ask that our privacy be respected at this difficult time.”
Lieutenant Colonel Jim Taylor, Commanding Officer, Second Fusiliers, said:
"Drummer Lee Rigby was a dedicated and professional soldier. He was a real character within the Second Fusiliers. Larger than life, he was at the heart of our Corps of Drums. An experienced and talented side drummer and machine gunner, he was a true warrior and served with distinction in Afghanistan, Germany and Cyprus.
“His ability, talent and personality made him a natural choice to work in the recruiting group. He will be sorely missed by everyone in the Second Fusiliers.”
Captain Alan Williamson, Adjutant, Second Fusiliers (and Drummer Rigby’s platoon commander from 2010 - 11), said:
"Drummer Rigby or ‘Riggers’ as he was known within the platoon was a cheeky and humorous man, always there with a joke to brighten the mood; he was an extremely popular member of the Fire Support Group (FSG). An excellent side drummer and highly competent machine gunner, he was always there to help out the younger members of the FSG whenever possible.
His loss will be felt across the battalion…"
Even if they are not killed on the battlefield,
We will remember them.
Cheers Evans. Was gonna update my original post when I got home but looks like you got there first.
If there can be one good thing to come from this, (for want of a more appropriate phrase) is that the British public response crashed the Help for Heroes website yesterday afternoon. One face book group alone has raised ?40,000 in 2 days for the charity.
Two days ago, Saturday 13th July, 2 soldiers from the Teritorial Army died while on exercises in Wales on the hottest day of the year so far. An investigation is underway to determine the precise cause of death.
More information as I get it.
RIP
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I went to school with James Ashworth, i new him well when i was younger, it was a bad time in our town when he died. Alot was raised for charity on behalf of him though.
Today, 15th October 2013, a soldier from 14 Signals Regiment was killed by enemy fire during a patrol in the Lashkar Gah district of Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
More information as I get it.
Lance Corporal Jamie Webb of 245 Signal Squadron, 14 Signal Regiment (Electronic Warfare), my old unit, was killed by enemy fire yesterday.
“the brightest and the best” who had “died defending his comrades”.
Lance corporal Jamie Webb died on the 26th March he was in the Mercian regiment…
Lance Corporal James Brynin
Lance Corporal James Brynin, 22 years of age, from Shore-by-Sea, leaves behind his father, Efrem, mother, Sharon, sister, Yasmin, and girlfriend, Olivia.
He was killed when his patrol with the Brigade Reconnaissance Force of 7th Armoured Brigade. Towards the end of the operation, he and his section came under fire. While extracting from the area, he received a gunshot wound that proved fatal.
His family said in a statement:
“Heart of a lion, we will always stand strong for you. We will never forget. Rest in peace - dad, Efrem; mum, Sharon; sister, Yasmin; and girlfriend, Olivia.”
Lieutenant Colonel Mark Purves, Royal Signals, Commanding Officer, 14 Signals Regiment (Electronic Warfare), said:
"Bright and engaging, Lance Corporal Brynin was immensely popular and an outstanding soldier in every respect. Having already completed 1 tour to Afghanistan, his appointment to support the Brigade Reconnaissance Force was indicative of his talent and leadership qualities.
"He was fit, determined and genuinely wanted to make a difference. His selection for promotion to full corporal earlier this year highlighted his flair for his chosen profession.
Full of energy and an avid fan of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club, he was also involved in every aspect of regimental life. Always seeking excellence, he aspired to attend pre-parachute selection on his return from Afghanistan; his quality was such that I am confident he would have passed with flying colours.
“A member of a small and specialist cadre, his selfless sacrifice to those around him typifies his commitment and unflinching bravery. He will forever be remembered with pride by his regimental family.”
Lieutenant Colonel Richard Slack, Commanding Officer, 9th/12th Royal Lancers, the Brigade Reconnaissance Regiment, said:
"Lance Corporal Brynin was a star, burning bright and rising fast. From the moment he joined the Brigade Reconnaissance Force it was clear that we were blessed with a truly special individual. His loss is one of the real tragedies of this military campaign.
“He stood out due to his professionalism, his determination and his razor-sharp intelligence. He touched everyone with his zest for life and sense of humour. But above all he will be remembered for his extraordinary courage: when it mattered he stood up and was counted.”
His death brings the total number of British Casualties in the Afghanistan conflict to 445.
We will remember them.
They shall not grow old,
As we who are left grow old.
Age shall not weary them,
Nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun,
And in the morning,
We will remember them.
To all those who should be remembered today and always.
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This is Watchman IV the regimental Mascot for what was the Staffords (now 3 Mercian). He was a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the same breed as my dog and I was fortunate enough to have spent some time with him, as 3 Mercian was my original posting after Army Prep College. Some may not consider Watchman worthy of this page, but all Staffords considered him one of us. He died 05/12/13. Sleep Well C/Sgt Watchman IV.
Military dogs wade through pretty much all the same mud and blood as the people they work with. They are in harm’s way in the exact same way - especially when they’re in explosives/IED detection work. You ask any military dog handler in the world and they’ll tell you that.
Scarle, the thread is called “servicemen and women” but any creature that has a sentimental attachment to a unit, be it as a mascot, a C-IED sniffer, etc, is free to be on this thread.
We always remember the human cost of war but we never really think about the animal cost (I’m aware that Watchman IV wasn’t killed in action, as it were, but I hope you understand what I mean).
Only one person died. 100 survived thanks to this amazing soldier.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2523338/Hero-bombardier-saved-100-lives.html