Coldstream Guards return home

No 1 Company saw some of the fiercest action during their time in Afghanistan and have been working jointly with Afghan forces on operations throughout their six-month tour of duty.

During the deployment five members of the battalion were killed, along with two other members of the wider battle group attached to it.

An Army spokesman said:

"The majority of those returning are from 1 Company that saw some of the fiercest action during the operation."

Battalion Adjutant, Captain Jamie Russell, said the homecoming was 'tinged with sadness' because of the casualties. He said:

"It's obviously a huge relief to arrive home and for the families here it's as much a relief to see their loved ones come home.

"I am sure there is a lump in the back of the throat and a few tears of happiness for the families here.

"However, there is a tinge of sadness that some haven't come home and they will not be getting off the coaches with us."

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