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This was the first time i had been in contact and killed anyone. I felt good, I felt hard. But the euphoria was nothing to do with ending another person's life. I felt good because i had not panicked, I had not let down my friends, I had reacted as a professional soldier trained by professional soldiers, and the excitement of the firefight was nothing short of fantastic. I've never taken drugs but I can't believe there is anything which can equal the thrill of battle. I loved it.

- Peter McAleese

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RDM
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remotely-delivered mine


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Today in Military History

July 24



1704:

Capture of Gibraltar, the only Battle Honour on the Royal Marines Arms


1943:

AGIRA, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 28 July 43)


1953:

THE SAMICHON, effective dates for battle honour begin (to 26 July 53)




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