Menu
23/08/2010
Soldier Shot In Afghanistan Named
The British Soldier shot dead in Afghanistan has been named as Lance Corporal Jordon Dean Bancroft.
The 25-year-old from Burnley was shot during an exchange of fire with insurgents on Saturday.
The family of Mr Bancroft said: "We will always remember Jordan loving a challenge, in particular outdoor pursuits. He was a keen snow skier and often skied for the Regiment. He loved all watersports and took any opportunity to ride a jet ski or drive a speed boat. We will miss Jordan so much and it will leave a huge hole in all our lives.
"You will always be in our hearts, Jordan - Mum, Dad, your brothers Paul and Leighton, your sister Toni and your girlfriend Lauren."
Lieutenant Colonel Frazer Lawrence OBE, Commanding Officer 1st Battalion, The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment said: "Lance Corporal Bancroft died doing the job he loved, whilst playing his part in improving security for the people of Afghanistan.
"He was one of the biggest characters within the Regiment - an exceptional soldier and a very talented Junior Non-Commissioned Officer.
"Lance Corporal Bancroft was a true soldier, excelling during his time in Afghanistan - loyal, brave, compassionate and honest. He had a natural ability to lead from the front, his men instinctively looked to him for advice and direction."
(CD/BMcC)
The 25-year-old from Burnley was shot during an exchange of fire with insurgents on Saturday.
The family of Mr Bancroft said: "We will always remember Jordan loving a challenge, in particular outdoor pursuits. He was a keen snow skier and often skied for the Regiment. He loved all watersports and took any opportunity to ride a jet ski or drive a speed boat. We will miss Jordan so much and it will leave a huge hole in all our lives.
"You will always be in our hearts, Jordan - Mum, Dad, your brothers Paul and Leighton, your sister Toni and your girlfriend Lauren."
Lieutenant Colonel Frazer Lawrence OBE, Commanding Officer 1st Battalion, The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment said: "Lance Corporal Bancroft died doing the job he loved, whilst playing his part in improving security for the people of Afghanistan.
"He was one of the biggest characters within the Regiment - an exceptional soldier and a very talented Junior Non-Commissioned Officer.
"Lance Corporal Bancroft was a true soldier, excelling during his time in Afghanistan - loyal, brave, compassionate and honest. He had a natural ability to lead from the front, his men instinctively looked to him for advice and direction."
(CD/BMcC)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
25 July 2008
British Soldier Dies In 'Enemy Fire' In Afghanistan
Another British soldier had been killed in southern Afghanistan, it has been confirmed by the Ministry of Defence. The soldier, from the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, attached to the 2nd Battalion the Parachute Regiment, died on Thursday, after coming under fire while on routine patrol.
British Soldier Dies In 'Enemy Fire' In Afghanistan
Another British soldier had been killed in southern Afghanistan, it has been confirmed by the Ministry of Defence. The soldier, from the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, attached to the 2nd Battalion the Parachute Regiment, died on Thursday, after coming under fire while on routine patrol.
07 March 2014
British Soldier Dies In Afghanistan
Adam Moralee is the first British soldier to die in Afghanistan this year. He died after being injured in Camp Bastion on Wednesday while he was preparing equipment to be flown to the country. The 23-year-old, from Newcastle upon Tyne belonged to the 32 Engineer Regiment, and joined the Royal Engineers at 17.
British Soldier Dies In Afghanistan
Adam Moralee is the first British soldier to die in Afghanistan this year. He died after being injured in Camp Bastion on Wednesday while he was preparing equipment to be flown to the country. The 23-year-old, from Newcastle upon Tyne belonged to the 32 Engineer Regiment, and joined the Royal Engineers at 17.
18 November 2010
Irish Guardsman Dies In Afghan Firefight
The Stormont First Minister Peter Robinson has this morning expressed his sympathy to the family of a soldier from the 1st Battalion Irish Guards who has been killed in Afghanistan. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced that he was shot in an ambush while patrolling in the Nahr-e Saraj district of Helmand Province yesterday afternoon.
Irish Guardsman Dies In Afghan Firefight
The Stormont First Minister Peter Robinson has this morning expressed his sympathy to the family of a soldier from the 1st Battalion Irish Guards who has been killed in Afghanistan. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced that he was shot in an ambush while patrolling in the Nahr-e Saraj district of Helmand Province yesterday afternoon.
09 June 2010
Soldier Is Latest Afghanistan Victim
Another British soldier has been killed in an explosion in southern Afghanistan. In what is fast becoming a near daily litany of tragedy, the soldier, from the 2nd Battalion The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment, died in the Nahr-e Saraj district of Helmand province on Wednesday. Next of kin have been informed.
Soldier Is Latest Afghanistan Victim
Another British soldier has been killed in an explosion in southern Afghanistan. In what is fast becoming a near daily litany of tragedy, the soldier, from the 2nd Battalion The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment, died in the Nahr-e Saraj district of Helmand province on Wednesday. Next of kin have been informed.
08 June 2010
Soldier Dies In Afghanistan Gun Battle
Another British soldier has been killed in a gun battle in Afghanistan today, (Tuesday), the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has said. The victim was from 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery, attached to 4th Regiment Royal Artillery.
Soldier Dies In Afghanistan Gun Battle
Another British soldier has been killed in a gun battle in Afghanistan today, (Tuesday), the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has said. The victim was from 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery, attached to 4th Regiment Royal Artillery.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:After a dry start this morning rain will spread from the northwest across all parts. This afternoon will be dull with some patchy rain and drizzle. Becoming much milder through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:A cloudy evening and night with a little light rain or drizzle, perhaps some clear periods developing along the east coast. A very mild night everywhere. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
