Canadian soldier killed by improvised explosive device

DND/Canadian Forces ^ | 2010-01-16 | (press release)

[Clive]

Canadian soldier killed by improvised explosive device

NR – 10.001 - January 16, 2010

OTTAWA — One Canadian soldier was killed by an improvised explosive device during a dismounted security patrol near the town of Nakhonay in the Panjwayi district, approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Kandahar City. The incident took place at approximately 2:00 p.m. Kandahar time on 16 Jan 2010.

Killed in action was Sergeant John Wayne Faught from the 1st Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, based in Edmonton, Alberta. He was serving as a member of the Task Force 3-09 Battle Group.

At this sad time, our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of our fallen Canadian comrade. The commitment and sacrifice of our soldiers and their loved ones are helping to make a difference in the lives of the people of Kandahar Province.

Members of Joint Task Force Afghanistan work with the soldiers and police of the Afghan National Security Forces to improve security and build a better future for Afghans. Canada remains committed to bringing peace, stability and good governance to Afghanistan.

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Note to editors (Note: new procedure): A photograph of Sergeant John Wayne Faught is available on the Fallen Canadians page of the Department of National Defence website. Please visit http://www.forces.gc.ca/site/focus/fallen-disparus/index-eng.asp

[Clive]

[rottndog]

May God bless Sergeant John Wayne Faught....




Rest In Peace Soldier.

[B Knotts]

Requiescat in pace, Sgt.

[rahbert]

The Pats Honours:

[JudyinCanada]

Rest in Peace, Hero.

[Peter Libra]

I understand that Sgt John Wayne Faught is from Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. He was said to be the kind of man who looked after the younger troops. Getting very close to home here. I will make sure to turn out and pay my respects when the local Canadian Legion, keeps us up to date.

"At the going down of the sun we will remember them".

[fanfan]

Thanks for the ping, Clive.

RIP Sergeant John Wayne Faugh.

[Peter Libra]

Our Civic Centre was approached by a citizen and they agreed to set up a desk with a photograph of Sgt Faught. A memorial ledger was provided and persons could sign it. They could also add a remark of condolence.

Yesterday there were about 1,230 entries. We are hoping for at least 4000 and more. I was happy to sign it and add a few words this afternoon. City Hall, is on the edge of the waterfront. The peace and tranquility of the St Mary's River and the good relations with our neighbour across the river, makes one realize how lucky we are here in Canada.

May any beleaguered country where our troops and the armed forces of the USA are trying to bring peace, find what we have here.

[Little Bill]

My Mothers family is Canadian, God bless this this Man.

[Peter Libra]

My Mothers family is Canadian, God bless this Man.

Thank you for your reply and it did give me the chance to do what I should have done originally. This was to acknowledge the kind remarks of all the other posters, besides Clive and fan fan.

[fanfan]

That was good of you Peter.
Thanks for going.

[JudyinCanada]

Thank you, Peter.

God bless America, and Canada, as they fight the good fight.

[ConorMacNessa]

REST IN PEACE, FALLEN BROTHER!

Sgt. John Wayne Faught, 1st Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, KIA Afghanistan 16JAN2010



I have fought a good fight,
I have finished my course,
I have kept the faith.
2 Timothy 4:7 (KJV)

Flowers of the Forest



Black Watch Piper

Rest in Peace, fallen brother, rest in peace!
We who remain hold you in high honor.
Rest, fallen brother, in this sacred precinct;
We who remain keep this place sacred.
Rest, fallen brother, among these, your comrades;
We who remain keep the watch.
Rest, fallen brother, among these who answered the Nation’s call;
We who remain press the fight forward in your name.
Rest, fallen brother, lay down thy burden;
We who remain have taken up the torch.
Rest in Peace, fallen brother, rest in eternal peace!



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