| Location | Doncaster |
| Age | 18 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Date of Birth | 06/07/1991 |
| Date of Death | 06/03/2010 |
| Visitors | 2,707 since 10/03/2010 |
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Rifleman Liam Maughan of 3rd Battalion The Rifles (3 RIFLES).died from wounds received as a result of small arms fire which occurred near Sangin, in Helmand province, Afghanistan
Liam Maughan joined the Army on 6 January 2008 when he was sent for initial training at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate. Upon completion of his course, he was sent for Phase Two training at the Infantry Training Centre in Catterick, completing this in March 2009.
Rifleman Maughan arrived with 3rd Battalion The Rifles in Edinburgh on 30 March 2009 and joined B Company for their pre-deployment training. He deployed to Sangin, Afghanistan, with 5 Platoon in September 2009 where he was employed as a sharpshooter in his patrol. His platoon are based out of a new patrol base in central Sangin and have been conducting regular patrols and operations to bring reassurance and security to the local population.
Rifleman Maughan was shot and killed while in a position of overwatch, providing protection to his platoon as they engaged with the local population.
Lieutenant Colonel Nick Kitson, Commanding Officer, 3 RIFLES Battle Group, said:
"The loss of such a keen, dedicated and promising Rifleman is a devastating blow to the Battle Group. Rifleman Maughan, at the age of eighteen, had already ably demonstrated his clear potential. Capable, enthusiastic, courageous and loyal, he had all the attributes of the best kind of Rifleman. He has been an absolute credit to his family and our nation, typical of the young men of today who are putting their lives on the line in the service of their mates, their country and a better future for this region.
"Selfless and committed, he died working tirelessly to provide security and hope for the local people of Sangin who may never know nor understand the great sacrifice that he has made on their behalf. Rifleman Maughan was loved by those who stood alongside him and will be sorely missed by us all, his comrades.
"Our thoughts and prayers are very much with Rifleman Maughan's infant son, as they are with the rest of his family, and we hope that he may grow up to understand just how great a sacrifice his father made in the service of his country. We pray also that both family and loved ones may find comfort in the memory of such a selfless, courageous and dedicated Rifleman. We shall carry on his good work undaunted as he would wish."
ღ ღ ღ All My Love Beautiful Angel ღ ღ ღ
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*ღ.......ღ* *ღHeavenly *ღ.......ღ* *ღ shona sengupta. ..ღ*
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How will heaven be?
As far as I can see
It will have huge bells
And will be situated on clouds
It will have many golden wells
That will so often swell
Rain will be abundant
And the sun will shine all day long
Angels will play on the harp
The sweetest summer song
Music that will touch the heart
While those beneath will shed drops of sorrow
Little will they know what will happen on the morrow
But to them up above
As plain and clear it will be
As far as far as I can see
Yes there will be misty alleys
And lush green meadows
Fresh with the fragrant smell of spring
Winter will never be bitter
Summer never so hot
Autumn never so bare
And resources never so scarce
Food for all will be relished by all.
Grateful we’ll be as grateful can be
Mountains high and strong and brown
Surrounding that hidden land,
Beautiful and vast seas I see
There colour as blue as sapphire can be
And the white waves lashing upon the shore
Sitting on the flattened grey rocks
Who would not call it absolutely heavenly?
However it might actually be,
But can we still not see
There will lie behind this seen
A relieving feeling of bliss
For where not have we been
But is this not by all believed
That after one’s decease
This is the land of eternal peace
Where we all ultimately reach?
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10,th may 2010.
Special angel flying high,
We are sorry that we still cry,
But you see your loved everyday,
And missed in each and every way.
What we would give to have you back here,
What we would give to just hold you near,
No one will ever know the exact pain,
That we feel again and again.
The sun it shines, the sky is blue,
Just like it was the day you flew,
These days seem so hard now your up above,
But please know we send you so much love.
Lv Always Mandy.x.x.x.
A FATHERS SON
Please tell me about my father
Said the young boy to his mum
Tell me of the proud Rifleman
Of the deeds that he has done
He was in Helmand province
On that sad and fateful day
When a burst of small arms fire
Took his proud young life away
18 years of age was your father
He was born in Doncaster town
Serving with Third Battalion Rifles
When the insurgents shot him down
What was father doing there mum?
She told him of a brave young man
To bring hope to the Afghan people
For others, was doing all that he can
But will they remember my father
And then speak his name with pride
This proud Rifleman Liam Maughan
Who bravely for all of them has died
Your father he did never see you
But he is there by your side still
There to guide and watch over you
His love for you they could not kill
So sleep now proud young soldier
For your job was so bravely done
And as you fell caring for others
We will care for your loving son
Stuart Bailey. 08.03.10.
.R.I.P liam such brave lad even tough we didnt knw u god bless our thoughts r with your famly
thankyou for your bravery xxx
22,nd march 2010.
GOODNIGHT
☆ Sweet Dreams Precious Angel ☆
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ON THE WINGS OF ANGELS
As you close your eyes and drift off to sleep, I am with you ♥ღ♥
When you face your darkest hour, I shall be there to take your hand ♥ღ♥
When you feel desperate and alone, call my name and I will hold you ♥ღ♥
When you stumble along life’s road, I again will help you stand ♥ღ♥
You were born on the wings of angels. And kissed by God above ♥ღ♥
Beside you I walked in silence. Surrounding you with love ♥ღ♥
With a gentle breeze, I touched your cheek and wiped away your tears ♥ღ♥
Together with a band of angels We shall face the coming years ♥ღ♥
copyright© 2002 Rita Huddleston
To a brave Soldier xx
Hii wanted to stop by and pay my respects to you xx you actually started Army College at the Same time as my brother in Harrogate in 2008 and i just wanted to pop on and write something . I recently lost our dear friend sean dawson in friendly fire just before you passed away xx
And I want to say that you are a true hero hun and died serving your country you wer very brave .. i personally think soldiers are so passionate and i want you to know you will never be forgotten i wanted to give my love to you family , fiance and your son xx I have found it hard loosing my close friend so how they are feeling at the moment must be awful xx but keep shining and look after them all xx Im goin to pop upto visit my beautiful friend so ill tell him he needs to look after you now xx I suppose they do say the most beautiful are taken first now rest in peace hun xxx
Kind regards
Samantha
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Dear Liam,
I may have not known you in person, but your like a brother to me. My brother was also a US Troop witch makes him your brother witch makes you my brother. What you did for everyone makes me love you with the bottom of my heart. Your a great man for doing what you did. THANK YOU SO MUCH.
P.s. tell my brother hi for me.
ripliam miss you m8 my only regret is having lost touch with you but you will alwas remain a true friend and in my eyes a brother you r a hero and i am proud of you ant to call you family
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