A Chinook helicopter bringing forward an underslung load of equipment from Camp Bastion to FOB (Forward Operating Base) Jackson, Sangin. 
An RAF air crewman on a Chinook helicopter, checking his under slung load during flight from Camp Bastion to FOB (Forward Operating Base) Jackson. The load is carrying vital supplies and equipment to members of 40 Commando, Royal Marines.
An underslung on a Chinook helicopter carrying vital supplies and equipment for FOB (Forward Operating Base) Jackson, Sangin.
A Chinook helicopter leaving FOB (Forward Operating Base) Jackson, Sangin and heading for Camp Bastion, whilst releasing flares on leaving the HLS.
Marine Mutch a member of 40 Commando, Royal Marines being transported from Camp Bastion to FOB (Forward Operating Base) Jackson on a Chinook helicopter.
A Royal Marine of Delta Company, 40 Commando Royal Marines at FOB (Forward Operating Base) Zeebrugee, Kajaki, looking over the Green Zone as the sun sets.
L/CPL Hanlon a Royal Marine Medic of Delta Company, 40 Commando at FOB (Forward Operating Base) Zeebrugee, Kajaki, looking over the Green Zone as the sun sets.
A Royal Marine of Delta Company, 40 Commando Royal Marines at FOB (Forward Operating Base) Zeebrugge, Kajaki, looking over the Green Zone as the sun sets. Pictures: LA(PHOT) Si Ethell
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Wonderful pictures, the sunsets are amazing and and the pictures of the marines are great
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ReplyDeleteGuys my heart goes out to you, I don't know how to send anything to you over there. We want you to know we are all thinking about you and want you safe.We are all very proud of you.
Love and support are sent to you as well as to your parents and families.
Julie and family x
Hi Julie, you can send a shoe box size of goodies for Free to anyone at unit/company, FOB or PB (if known), 40 commando Royal Marines, Op Herrick, Camp Bastion, BFPO 792.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind thoughts. Best Wishes.
Great to see photos of my hubby..Thx Unit Phot they are fantastic x x x
ReplyDeleteBeing a Royal Marine WAG I want to send all my thoughts and love to 40 out in Ganners and to their truly incredible supportive, caring and amazing families and friends. Stay safe 40, you are all in my thoughts xxxx
ReplyDeleteOur Grandson Alex Benstead is with Bravo Company with 40 Commando in the hellhole of Sangin.
ReplyDeleteWe think of him everyday along with all those in 40 Commando. We pray they will all return home safe in October. We also send our condolences to the families of those brave Marines who have lost their lives.
We are so proud of all of you. Take care.
STAY SAFE 40...ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
ReplyDeleteALL OF YOU TAKE CARE AND I'LL SEE YOU SOON BABE XX