The family of Liam Tasker receive his medal 06.04.11

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The family of a dog handler killed in Afghanistan have been presented with his campaign medal alongside his squadron colleagues. Lance Corporal Liam Tasker, 26, from Kirkcaldy, Fife, was killed on March 1st when he was on patrol in Helmand Province with Springer spaniel Theo. The dog later suffered a seizure and also died - believed by many to be from a broken heart. Soldiers from 104 Military Working Dog Squadron, part of the 1st Military Working Dog Regiment, received their campaign medals at a special parade at St George's Barracks in North Luffenham, Rutland. Among them were LCpl Tasker's mother, Jane Duffy, stepfather, Jimmy Duffy, father, Ian Tasker, and sisters, Laura and Nicola.



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