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Old 15-07-2013, 22:46   #12
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Re: TA/SAS soldiers die in training

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Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu View Post
I understand the weather conditions are far higher than Brecon Beacons in far eastern countries, and therefore essential to the training.

However, what l would like to see is a bit of 'due care' from their commanding officers, with things like additional 'water holes' along the way.

To be an SAS officer you have to be fitter than the fittest, this was a tragic accident, but feel that the commanding officers could be a 'easier' as it is training etc.
Yes, it is a tough course, but the Amry still have a duty of care to there officers.
RIP to the brave guys, who only wanted to be the tough 'who dares wins' beret.

You are quite right. I have known such men, they will die before admit defeat, to me, there is no question they continued when they should have stopped. They have one aim, to complete the mission, everything else is secondary. I do think there should be more checkpoints with guys being assessed as to their condition, &, as "P" troop, guys being binned if their condition cannot can not meet the requirements. But we have lost 2 fine, brave, & determined men, & we can only praise their efforts, & send condolences to the families. RIP lads.
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