tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post2865733770078626701..comments2023-10-14T19:08:05.877+04:30Comments on Helmand Blog - Afghanistan: Sergeant John Amer 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards killed in AfghanistanUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-11534971796462012462010-09-12T15:16:31.546+04:302010-09-12T15:16:31.546+04:30i too had the privelage of having john amer as my ...i too had the privelage of having john amer as my section commander he was an inspiration to all i was out in afghan when he died and read it in the solider mag was devastated to read that he had made the ultimate sacrafice my deepest condollences to his family and friends this man was a true hero and legend. when i am at home i will tell them you gave your today for there tommorow .Rest in peace sgt john amer. pte dixon RLCAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-34462722544124476692010-03-09T14:44:29.876+04:302010-03-09T14:44:29.876+04:30R.I.P John you where a mint cousin and will always...R.I.P John you where a mint cousin and will always be remembered by everyone in ryhopeChrisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-14492009810409202942010-02-05T02:45:04.925+04:302010-02-05T02:45:04.925+04:30This came as a big shock to myself, Sgt Amer was m...This came as a big shock to myself, Sgt Amer was my section commander during basic training in Pirbright, and this is the first loss of anyone i'v known so far in my first 4 years, and although he wasnt even a close friend, nor did i know him that well, if it shocks my system this bad i can't even bare to think how the family are feeling. RIP John lad, ill always remember that it was you who made me want to try harder and if it wasn't for you, i wouldn't be as good at drill as you! ;) Deepest condolences to the Family.<br /><br />Cfn Garner 26 Reg RA LADAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-74998547246596498692010-01-10T04:52:20.650+04:302010-01-10T04:52:20.650+04:30RIP John, I was his instructor when he was in trai...RIP John, I was his instructor when he was in training he stood out from the crowd then and it seems continued to do so. My heart goes out to his family and fellow Coldstreamers rest assured you will be rememberedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-28213494109350580142009-12-18T02:58:56.816+04:302009-12-18T02:58:56.816+04:30Another "Bonny lad" paying the ultimate ...Another "Bonny lad" paying the ultimate price, his life, never will he be forgotton...Artist John Allsopp, Washington.Manorhousefinearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07941103620481558319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-73110596926661132262009-12-16T05:48:51.297+04:302009-12-16T05:48:51.297+04:30My sincere condolences for your loss, I do not kno...My sincere condolences for your loss, I do not know this man but I thank everyone who knew him for his service to us all. <br /><br />MM1 Joseph Cannon,<br />US NavyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-43480974596482166492009-12-09T22:08:05.639+04:302009-12-09T22:08:05.639+04:30sgt john amer was one of our section commanders at...sgt john amer was one of our section commanders at pirbright, everyone loved him, he never abused his seniority and made us all laugh when we really needed it. An inspiration and someone we all looked up to (literally). thanks for making basic training a great memory.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-2642712434268317342009-12-09T15:57:31.251+04:302009-12-09T15:57:31.251+04:30RIP John mate. I will always remember the good and...RIP John mate. I will always remember the good and usually outrageous times we had growing up.<br />MalAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-44788300908701919152009-12-09T03:18:40.274+04:302009-12-09T03:18:40.274+04:30I met John on senior Brecon and can honestly say h...I met John on senior Brecon and can honestly say he had a brilliant personality and was always willing to help others out. My thoughts are with his family. Gone but not forgotten John RIP friend.<br /><br />Sgt J Harrison<br /><br />1st Bn Welsh GuardsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-11460498803790546022009-12-09T03:12:11.251+04:302009-12-09T03:12:11.251+04:30It was a privilage to have met you on seniors mate...It was a privilage to have met you on seniors mate, you will be sadly missed. Gone but not forgotten pal RIP until we meet again friendAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-63104732162794955942009-12-08T01:38:59.412+04:302009-12-08T01:38:59.412+04:30It was a privilege to have worked with you John. Y...It was a privilege to have worked with you John. You will be missed. R.I.P my friend xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-20000001754998767452009-12-06T08:32:45.187+04:302009-12-06T08:32:45.187+04:30was a very big shock although i havnt seen u for a...was a very big shock although i havnt seen u for a while u were always thought of a very brave man a very caring cousin always will be loved forever love cousin julie missed by us alljulie bell (nee) amerhttp://msn.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-38551412966103235512009-12-04T13:48:24.452+04:302009-12-04T13:48:24.452+04:30Sad to hear of John being killed in action.
A true...Sad to hear of John being killed in action.<br />A true hero.<br />Thoughts and prayers to his family.<br /><br />Bri from SunderlandAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-23389139906362706852009-12-03T19:28:15.907+04:302009-12-03T19:28:15.907+04:30RIP Blue,Red,Blue all the way through.
Kenny ex 1...RIP Blue,Red,Blue all the way through.<br /><br />Kenny ex 1SGAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-71402055906066580582009-12-03T18:48:18.999+04:302009-12-03T18:48:18.999+04:30I have worked with John many times as I am in the ...I have worked with John many times as I am in the Coldstream Guards as well, John was a very good man to work with always working hard and fun to be with. He is a true Sergeant not an acting one, he did the job, done the course.<br /><br />Sgt Lewis<br /><br />1 Coldstream Guards<br />(8 CTT)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-81813506089214250822009-12-03T04:36:06.331+04:302009-12-03T04:36:06.331+04:30I worked with John in Pirbright in the same traini...I worked with John in Pirbright in the same training team. He was an excellent instructor and one of these guys that burns a memory in your mind. I've not seen the big man since leaving in 2005, however today his picture came up on the military intranet and I just couldn't take it in for a few minutes. John was a true Gentleman, soldier and friend and my heart goes out to his Wife and family. Ne Obliviscaris mate. <br /><br />Sgt Colin Dunn <br />Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders<br />5 SCOTSAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-74761392268378372772009-12-02T22:08:44.629+04:302009-12-02T22:08:44.629+04:30John was a top man, I had the pleasure of going th...John was a top man, I had the pleasure of going through training with him, he alway made me smile and laugh and want to stay when i felt low and wanted to quit, I have not seen him since we left training in 97 and i went to my old battalion the welsh guards. but I've never forgot him and am gutted for his family . you will be missed mateSimon Bartlett 1WGnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-45753306251860878792009-12-02T21:59:52.929+04:302009-12-02T21:59:52.929+04:30he trained my sister at pirbright and i know all t...he trained my sister at pirbright and i know all the trainees thought the world of him,we were fortunate enough to meet him i could see why. My heart goes out to his family.God bless.xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-55244460707110754832009-12-02T20:51:47.286+04:302009-12-02T20:51:47.286+04:30Sue is my sister and john was a one in a million B...Sue is my sister and john was a one in a million Brother-in-law! Thanks you for a heart felt article. They say he died a hero but all those who knew him know he LIVED a hero. RIP Conky !Britgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09662525033372913364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-38966219366554618022009-12-02T16:27:17.072+04:302009-12-02T16:27:17.072+04:30I am very proud to say that A/Sgt John Amer was my...I am very proud to say that A/Sgt John Amer was my cousin. He was such a loving person nd our hero.He will be sadly missed and loved by all his family. R.I.P toJohn Amer, to all the hero soliders that have lost their,lives and to the soliders who are still fighting.Rachealnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-84890419622693632672009-12-02T13:56:41.596+04:302009-12-02T13:56:41.596+04:30R.I.P JOHN M8 RYHOPES 1 AND ONLY HEROR.I.P JOHN M8 RYHOPES 1 AND ONLY HEROAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-33087915601040529522009-12-02T08:08:29.358+04:302009-12-02T08:08:29.358+04:30I am a close friend of the medic's father who ...I am a close friend of the medic's father who worked on A/Sgt. Amer and his comrades during that engagement. My deepest condolences goes to his loved ones and my gratitude and respect go to the brave Coldstream Guards and all allied soldiers in theater.<br /><br />- A friend in the USAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-53239757459230393382009-12-02T05:32:29.764+04:302009-12-02T05:32:29.764+04:30RIP john my mum knew you and she is extremely deva...RIP john my mum knew you and she is extremely devastated over this we all pay our respects to youlewisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-26344786122759878802009-12-02T05:01:11.195+04:302009-12-02T05:01:11.195+04:30Sincerest condolences to the family.
Thank you.Sincerest condolences to the family.<br />Thank you.RadicalOmnivorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09764983574009416335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6691041103281974891.post-87790505524834019802009-12-02T03:04:28.056+04:302009-12-02T03:04:28.056+04:30RIP to a HeroRIP to a HeroBritainsheroes.co.ukhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00781536373128708892noreply@blogger.com