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3 Commando Brigade returned from Afghanistan in April 2009 after a six month tour of duty in Helmand Province. During the tour, there were many notable successes but progress came at a significant cost.
37 of our comrades were killed in action, 169 were wounded in action and 379 suffered non-battle related injuries.
In order to raise money for our fallen and injured Dan, Tim, Graeme and Steve will be competing in the CHARA CHALLENGE.
The Chara Challenge, a 30-mile race over Dartmoor, will take place on 16th July 2009. The race replicates the final Commando test, and will be conducted by up to 100 4-man teams (military and civilian), wearing boots and carrying 32 pounds in a daysack (plus safety stores). The race must be completed in 10 hours.
Teams entering the competition do so for the purpose of raising money for the Chara Challenge Fund. All sponsorship will go directly to the charities that care for those who are suffering from the injuries they have sustained, or that support the dependants of our comrades who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It's also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Royal Marines Benevolent Fund gets your money faster and, if you're a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.
Thank you for your support.
3 Commando Brigade returned from Afghanistan in April 2009 after a six month tour of duty in Helmand Province. During the tour, there were many notable successes but progress came at a significant cost.
37 of our comrades were killed in action, 169 were wounded in action and 379 suffered non-battle related injuries.
In order to raise money for our fallen and injured Dan, Tim, Graeme and Steve will be competing in the CHARA CHALLENGE.
The Chara Challenge, a 30-mile race over Dartmoor, will take place on 16th July 2009. The race replicates the final Commando test, and will be conducted by up to 100 4-man teams (military and civilian), wearing boots and carrying 32 pounds in a daysack (plus safety stores). The race must be completed in 10 hours.
Teams entering the competition do so for the purpose of raising money for the Chara Challenge Fund. All sponsorship will go directly to the charities that care for those who are suffering from the injuries they have sustained, or that support the dependants of our comrades who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It's also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Royal Marines Benevolent Fund gets your money faster and, if you're a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.
Thank you for your support.