LSgt Ralph Irwin (Right) Known as the "BULL" by his colleagues from the snipers section operating in Basra Southern Iraq.

He said he was unfazed by either the danger, or the clinical nature of his work. "People might think we are a bit crazy," he said. "There are mortars and rounds coming in, but other than that, it's just like an exercise. "It's the first time I have been to war, but we've got a good weapon with an accurate sight, so it's fine.
LSgt Ralph Irwin
LSgt Ralph Irwin


GDSM Whittaker

The Fighting MICK


The Irish Guards accept the surrender of an Iraqi soldier, aided by an unofficial interpreter. Basra. 28/03/2003

LSgt Clifford the Platoon Sergeant of 3 Platoon, Number 1 Company speaks to an Iraqi soldier wanting to surrender to British forces. The elderly Iraqi gentleman in the rear, able to speak a little English, works as an unofficial interpreter for the platoon sergeant.
L/Sgt Clifford No1 Company

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