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Posthumous VC - A fathers tale
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L/Cpl James Ashworth was killed as he stormed an enemy position in Helmand , Afghanistan. An action he was awarded the VC for; the 14th person at the time to receive the highest award for gallantry since WWII. His father, Duane, himself a former Grenadier, describes how he came to hear the news of his sons death, his repatriation and the announcement of the VC. Mistakes were made, bureaucracy gets in the way and the press intrusion overwhelming. This journey is an emotional roller coaster, as told by the only person who could, beyond those who were there when his son gave his all for those around him.
Duane now runs "Kitchener's" in Lowestoft - a Hotel that provides discounted getaways for veterans, serving military members, and blue light service providers and their families. More info can be found at www.kitchenerslowestoft.co.uk Its a registered charity to, so donations always welcome.
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