| Location | British Soldier From Newcastle.in Afghanistan |
| Age | 24 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Date of Birth | 09/10/1983 |
| Date of Death | 24/07/2008 |
| Visitors | 3,621 since 26/07/2008 |
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(THE PICTURE IS KENNETH AND SASHA) A British Army dog handler killed in Afghanistan was due to leave
front line duties the day before he died, the Ministry of Defence said.
Lance Corporal Kenneth Rowe and his dog Sasha died in a firefight with the Taliban on Thursday 24th
july in Sangin, Helmand Province.
Another six soldiers were injured.
His commanding officer, Major Stuart McDonald, said he had been due to leave the base on Wednesday.
But he had asked to stay because he was worried about the lack of cover.
"This unselfish action epitomised his professionalism and dedication to his job," he said.
LCpl Rowe, of the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, had been attached to 2nd Battalion, The Parachute
Regiment.
He had joined the Army in Newcastle in March 2005 and was sent to Afghanistan three years later.
Major Chris Ham said: "As an Ammunition and Explosives Search Dog Handler, LCpl Rowe was an integral
part of 2 PARA’s capability to conduct effective search operations.
"He died supporting his colleagues in a situation that required his customary composure and
professionalism in handling his dog whilst facing a substantial threat from the enemy.
In doing so he demonstrated all of the spirit, dedication and bravery of both his own unit and the
Company of which he had become an integral part."
Captain Cees Bennett, Veterinary Officer, added: "Ken was the cheeky Geordie who always made you
smile, even when he was annoyingly cheerful in the mornings.
"He took pride in what he did and in becoming better at it; he was already someone who others looked
up to.
"He will be sorely missed as that bright spark in a crowd and as a genuinely good bloke."IF ANY OF
KENNETHS FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO TAKE OVER THIS SITE PLEASE CONTACT ME ON THE RIGHT,
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SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS A YOUNG MAN DOING HIS JOB.AND TO HAVE GIVEN UP HIS LIFE FOR OTHERS.WELL WHAT MORE CAN I SAY,GOD WANTED KENNETH BACK.NO BIT OF TIN IS GOOD ENOUGH FOR THIS HERO ONLY THE HIGHEST MEDALS ARE GIVEN IN HEAVEN,MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO HIS LOVED ONES MAY HE RIP.XX
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,SLEEP PEACEFULLY PRECIOUS ONE.GONE FAR TOO SOON.R.I.P.XXX.
I HAVE BEEN WATCHING SKY NEWS TODAY AND SAW THIS POOR LAD ON AND THOUGHT WHAT A SHAME,ANOTHER YOUNG LIFE LOST IN THE ARMY,WHEN WILL THIS STOP?NOT SOON ENOUGH!
ALL OUR LOVE TO KENNETH'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS.XXX.
YOUR DEAR SON
My Precious Son where are you now
Are you just beyond my view.
I see you in each rainbow,
And in the morning dew.
And in each and every sunny day,
I'll see your lovely smiling face.
And with your very special charm,
That no-one can replace.
I never got the chance to tell you son,
How much I loved you so.
This we should do every single day,
But I'm hoping you will know.
My heart will never mend again,
For it's broken in two.
Though my Mother love will go on and on,
Until I join you once again,
I will look for you my precious son,
Through sunshine and through rain.
God took you away from any hurt,
And from those who caused you pain.
So you can rest content son,
That no-one will hurt you again.
And so goodbye my precious son,
Until we meet once more.
For we will love you forever.
Of that you can rest assured.God bless Kenneth xxxx
Another hero taken too soon
Thinking of your familys hurt Kenneth! You were a brave Geordie lad to do what you did in the forces! Your dog Sasha will be sitting with you now inseperable in life inseperable in Death! You died doing what you did best, serving your Country! This thing should not be happening to all these brave young men & women who are devoted to their jobs God bless you Kenneth & God bless your Family xxx RIP
i am so sorry for your loss,i cannot imagine how you are feeling at this sad time,my son is also in the british army and i hope i will never have to go through this pain and heartache you must be feeling,sending my love and my thoughts to you all xxx
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