'bravest of the brave'

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http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/8376804.stm





The widow and the commanding officer of an army explosives expert killed in Afghanistan have praised a solider who died while trying to disarm a bomb.

About 1,000 people attended the funeral at Truro Cathedral for Staff Sgt Olaf Schmid,

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'bravest of the brave'

WE WILL REMEMBER THEM...

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I watched a news report a week or so ago, and Christina Schimd comes across in public as a really strong lady; who was devastated that her husband had been killed in front of his men, and the effect it may have on them.

Ssgt Schimd appears to have been an excellent leader; well respected by his troops; it looks like his widow is made of the same stuff.

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If ever young recruits needed a roll model for bravery and dedication, they need look no further than this fine soldier.

If ever the Sun newspaper needed an example of how a war widow comports herself in public, they need look no further than this fine lady.