Daniel Read

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13.01.2010 : wendy mills wrote Dan,it was a pleasure and a privilege to have met you at the longest pull last year,you are a hero joining a band of heroes,Say hello to Gary for me.My thoughts are with your wife and family who I know from experience will be heart broken.
13.01.2010 : C M Walbran ex RAF wrote Capt Ried Sir

You paid the ultimate sacrifice for your Country, Men and your Family
And my thoughts are with them at this time
Now you can lieve us knowing that you are a Hero
One of Britains Best
R.I.P Daniel Reid
and Sleep well
13.01.2010 : Lorraine Webb wrote Hi Lou,
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. May god give u strength and see u through this. We can not express how proud we r of Dan, he was one terrific guy that can not be replaced. His sacrifice for his comrades and country can never be repaid and as a country we can not repay the debt owed to him and you. Time may hide the sadness like a smile that hides the tears but loving memories will hold him close to you. Thank u Dan for all u have done because without you we would not be a free society. You will never leave our hearts or thoughts. Goodnight Dan.
Love
Your family
Lorraine & John Webb Montana, USA
and Bosvean Gdns, Truro
13.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Warrant Officer Class 1 Sandy Little, Senior Ammunition Technician, Joint Force EOD Group, said:

Although the first time I met Dan was just a little over two years ago it seems as if I have known him for years. He revelled in all the pre-deployment training and in particular returning to Dartmoor, the home of his green beret that he so treasured.

His drive and enthusiasm was second-to-none, this was demonstrated by the fact he overcame all the hurdles placed in his way to return to theatre after an injury from a contact IED. Dan you will be sorely missed but you will never be forgotten, all our thoughts go to Lou and your family.
13.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Corporal Dan King, Corporal Andy Stockdale and Private Stephan Cross, IEDD 6, 'Team Illume', said:

Captain Dan Read was much more than just our Boss and our Operator, he was our friend. He was always there with a willing ear for us to unload all our problems on and he always managed to turn them into a joke and have us in stitches, forgetting our troubles in minutes.

To come back after his injury was inspiring and though he would never have admitted it, we knew he had fought to come back to make sure we were all right.

Captain Read is one of those men who are truly irreplaceable. He will be missed so much more than any words can say. He will always live on in our hearts.
13.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Captain Martin Birch Hansen, Officer Commanding Engineer Detachment, Danish Battle Group, said:

It was with a sad heart that I today realised that another one of our dedicated colleagues had sacrificed his life in our joint struggle against the IED threat. I knew Dan quite well.

He and his Royal Engineer Search Advisor helped pave the road to a fruitful co-operation between the Joint Force EOD Group team and the Danish Battle Group. After his injury, I was not surprised when I was told that Dan had re-entered theatre after his recuperation.

That was him exactly - not choosing the easy way. He had a job to finish. I will always remember his serious approach to the job in front of him and his humorous approach to just about everything else.

The way he would say 'no dramas' created an ethos of determination here that has not been forgotten. On behalf of the Danish Engineer Detachment in DABG, I send my compassion and thoughts to Dan's family, teammates and friends. 'We will remember them'.
13.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Captain Gareth Bateman, Royal Engineers, Second-in-Command Joint Force EOD Group, said:

From the first moment I met Dan it was evident that he had an utterly infectious sense of humour. Remarkably he could switch in an instant to give total concentration to the task at hand but the occasional quip or flash of his grin reminded you of the character within.

Soldiers understand what it means to be courageous and Dan epitomised this most incredible quality. Lesser men would have opted for the easy option and stayed at home after being injured but Dan had a task to finish, a team to lead and a battle that he wanted to continue fighting.

Dan gave his life playing his part in trying to rid this country of the indiscriminate threat of IEDs. He was totally selfless to the end. In his memory, and using his sacrifice as our inspiration, we will push on in our task. Our thoughts are with his wife and family as they face this most difficult time.
13.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Major Tim Gould QGM RLC, Officer Commanding Joint Force EOD Group, said:

Dan was a driven young officer who was motivated by his desire to be an Ammunition Technical Officer, an Improvised Explosive Device Disposal Officer.

He understood and faced the many challenges involved in undertaking his chosen career path and knew that operating in Afghanistan would be the pinnacle of his professional career in this the most hazardous of fields.

Dan was very much a soldiers' officer; he was both loved and adored by his men, he simply understood them well and as such was their greatest champion.

An officer committed to duty, to the soldiers that served alongside him and to the task of saving lives by eradicating the explosive hazard in Helmand.

It is an honour to say that I served alongside a man of such courage, dedication and selfless commitment as Captain Dan Read.

Our hearts are saddened and spirits are dampened by the sad loss of a valued and valiant comrade and yet our resolve in the Task Force is strengthened for the task in hand; we will not allow his death to be in vain.
13.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Lieutenant Colonel Harry Fullerton:

This has been a tragic day. Words cannot express how we all feel. Captain Dan Read had become, in a short space of time, a trusted comrade and friend, who we had so much respect for and had so very much relied on.

Dan was a brave officer, who died doing a very dangerous and complex job. He loved his profession and he knew the risks that he took on a daily basis. Without his expertise in countering the IED threat, all the gains we have made recently would have been impossible.

His death has come as a shock to me, to his IEDD team and all soldiers serving here. I and many others had been working closely with Dan over the past few days to clear insurgents out of Musa Qaleh.

He had dealt with many IEDs, rendering them safe in a calm and professional manner. Dan never showed any fear, just a clear focus on his job and a dedication to duty that few outside the ATO profession can equal.

We will all miss him and I salute a hero and a very brave young man.
13.01.2010 : Lasting Tribute wrote Lieutenant Colonel Gareth Bex said:

A natural leader, Dan was well respected and held in deep affection by his men. He led by example, loved working in the close-knit community that is typical of the improvised explosive device disposal teams, and would have done anything for his men.

He relished his role as an IEDD operator and was very proud to have reached the pinnacle that is denoted by 'high threat' status. Dan will always be remembered for his buoyant character, infectious sense of humour and love for a social gathering.

He made the ultimate sacrifice, but his actions have saved countless numbers of the lives of both his fellow soldiers and the Afghans whom he fought to protect.
In ridding Helmand province of the indiscriminate threat of these explosive devices he has served a noble cause and we are inspired by his incredible bravery and personal example.

I am proud and honoured to have been the Commanding Officer of a man of Dan's calibre. His death will not be in vain; we will see to that.

My thoughts go out to Lou, his wife, who was Dan's rock.
14.01.2010 : Tom Peach wrote Dearest Cousin Dan, Your outstanding bravery, sense of loyalty, commitment to duty and professionalism will remain an inspiration to your men and all those who served alongside you. You are an amazing example for soldiers everywhere. A TRUE HERO!!!

To Lou, I know I never met you but I know Dan loved you immensely and my heart goes out to you at this time. Stay strong Lou

Greater love has no man than he lay down his life for his friend - John 15:13
15.01.2010 : tracey-anne phillips wrote Dan, you were one of the first squaddies to speak to me and kim on a balmy day in saffron walden in 2000. You had a wonderful smile and lovely nature. As we got to know you over the next two years we really found we had a great appreciation for what you and your fellow officers do for us all. You have paid the ultimate price and for that we will never forget you. I am so proud and privileged to have known you. You have left us with many happy memories in my heart of great times. I send my deepest sympathies to your loving wife and family. RIP Dan.
15.01.2010 : George Pollen wrote Rest in peace, brave sir (From an ex-Royal Engineer)
15.01.2010 : Catherine Batkin wrote I'm so sad to hear this news. My two sisters and I were friends with Dan and his sister Becky, when we were growing up in Gillingham, Kent and have loads of happy memories of the summer's we spent playing in the garden and at the park. They lived next-door-but one to us and as our houses were on a busy main road, we had to 'call' for each other from the back garden - this meant standing in the back alley hollering for Dan and Becky at the top of our voices - I'm sure to the annoyance of the other neighbours! Dan obviously grew from a wonderful child into a very brave man and I know he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. RIP Dan, with much love, the 'Orriss' sisters. xxx
15.01.2010 : steven edwards wrote Me and Dan went through training together in 1996. He was the only person to smile all the way through! Could someone please tell me how I can send some flowers to his wife? My e-mail is catchya@hotmail.co.uk
15.01.2010 : Colin Barker wrote I was sad to hear about the lose of another member of 11 Regiment. I did not know dan but my thoughts go out to his family, teammates and friends at this very sad and most difficult time.
Rest in peace, brave sir
From an Ex- No2
Captain Daniel Read

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