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Tributes to soldier killed by rogue Afghan gunman
by Claire Ashforth
Tributes have been paid to a soldier from Nelson in killed in Afghanistan as a rogue Afghan soldier turned on British troops.
Read the full storyFallen soldier 'an all-round good bloke'
Lance Corporal Michael Foley's commanding officer has paid tribute to the soldier killed by a rogue Afghan gunman.
– Major AJ Smith, Royal Corps of SignalsA superb soldier, a first class Combat Human Resources Specialist and an utterly dedicated family man. He was one of those people you meet and like immediately; friendly, cheeky, reliable and an all-round good bloke.
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The family of Lance Corporal Michael Foley, killed by a rogue Afghan gunman in Lashkar Gar, have paid tribute to "proud" solider
– Family of LCpl Michael Foley, via MODMichael passed away while on operational duty in Afghanistan where he was very proud to be serving his country in support of our combined forces in this theatre of operations.
He will be sorely missed by his family and friends and everyone privileged to serve with him both on his last tour and during his military career.
Soldier killed by Afghan gunman named
Solider killed by rogue Afghan gunman named
The MOD have confirmed a soldier killed by a rogue Afghan gunman on Monday is Lance Corporal Michael Foley from Burnley.
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