MoD names soldier killed in Afghan blast
Lance Corporal Tommy Brown
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By Richard James.
A British soldier who died on Tuesday while on foot patrol in southern Afghanistan has been named by the Ministry of Defence.
Lance Corporal Tommy Brown, of The Parachute Regiment, died as a result of a suspected improvised explosive device while on patrol about 1km south of Sangin, in central Helmand province.
A statement from the MoD describes L/Cpl Brown as "a dynamic, optimistic and talented soldier. for whom no challenge was too great".
A spokesman for the regiment added: "He gave his life for his comrades and the Parachute Regiment, both of which meant so much to him. His passing is a sad day for us, but every member of the unit is privileged to have known such a likeable, grounded and utterly professional man. We are deeply honoured to have served alongside him.
"Our thoughts and prayers now turn to his family and friends at this most difficult time. We hope that in the midst of their profound loss, they can draw strength from the fond memories that we all share of this fine man."
His death brings the total number of military personnel killed in Afghanistan since 2001 to 243.