British soldier who died in Ukraine road accident named by MoD
British soldier who died in Ukraine road accident named by MoDImage source, AFP via Getty ImagesByElla KiplingPublished1 hour agoThe member of the UK armed forces who died in a road traffic accident in Ukraine last week has been named as Major Paul Wilks. Major Wilks was the recipient of two operational service medals and a long service and good conduct medal.His commanding officer praised Major Wilks as "a man of great intellect, yet he remained a mate to those he served with". They added: "He spoke often of his love for his wife and two sons, expressing his deep gratitude for the support they provided, which allowed him to serve with such distinction.
- ▪British soldier who died in Ukraine road accident named by MoDImage source, AFP via Getty ImagesByElla KiplingPublished1 hour agoThe member of the UK armed forces who died in a road traffic accident in Ukraine last week has been named as Ma
- ▪Major Wilks was the recipient of two operational service medals and a long service and good conduct medal.His commanding officer praised Major Wilks as "a man of great intellect, yet he remained a mate to those he served with".
- ▪They added: "He spoke often of his love for his wife and two sons, expressing his deep gratitude for the support they provided, which allowed him to serve with such distinction.
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British soldier who died in Ukraine road accident named by MoDImage source, AFP via Getty ImagesByElla KiplingPublished1 hour agoThe member of the UK armed forces who died in a road traffic accident in Ukraine last week has been named as Major Paul Wilks. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) described the 40-year-old as a "gifted leader who earned the admiration and respect of all those fortunate enough to have served alongside him".The incident on Saturday was not the result of hostile action, the BBC understands, with the MoD stating that the accident happened "away from the front lines".Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said: "Major Wilks served this country with pride and dedication.
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