In Our Own Words: The book 'In Our Own Words Afghanistan'

In Our Own Words: The book 'In Our Own Words Afghanistan': Hi, after a huge demand I've decided to raise funds to publish these extraordinary stories in a new book with proceeds going to the UK c...

The book 'In Our Own Words Afghanistan'

Hi, after a huge demand I've decided to raise funds to publish these extraordinary stories in a new book with proceeds going to the UK charity 'Combat Stress', the veterans' mental health charity.

Please visit: http://igg.me/at/InOurOwnWordsAfghanistan/x/5439516 and share if you are able.

Many thanks!


Derek

TRIBUTE TO OUR TROOPS BY THE FREEWAY POETS

@88

"Nothing compares to the first time getting shot at. Adrenaline is sky high and lasts ages. But saying that I think the first time I saw one of the lads getting injured was probably one of the worst things I have ever had to deal with."

'HERRICK 13' was the code name of the operation in Afghanistan at that time.

@82

"EVERYDAY I PRAY IT IS'NT HIM" writes Joanna, a medic on the front line.  Her boyfriend is also serving on the front line in Afghanistan with 3 PARA (3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment).  'Op Minimise' is when a soldier has been killed and the military stop all communications with home until families have been told.

@57

In this story a soldier writes about 'Op Massive' - staying fit and working out.  His training partner is injured during an operation.  Black humour is used to good effect.  Names have been covered to protect the identity of the injured.

@55

Three paratroopers from 3 PARA Patrols write their story of a reconnaissance, finding a massive IED, a contact with the Taliban and getting back to their Check Point for brews (cups of tea)...