To my loved ones back home: The letters behind the film
Inspired by their letters home this Christmas, ‘To my loved ones back home’ tells the story of the men and women of the UK Armed Forces who are deployed overseas, keeping Britain safe 24/7, 365 days a year.
These are the people and the letters behind the film.
Lance Corporal Pawan
Op TOSCA, Cyprus
In the Buffer Zone, Lance Corporal Pawan and his colleagues will be ensuring stability and security in Cyprus as part of a UN Peacekeeping mission.
Sapper Clarke
Op TRENTON, South Sudan
As part of the UN Mission in South Sudan, Sapper Clarke forms part of the British-led Engineering task-force, where she will be helping to build infrastructure to further benefit the mission.
Petty Officer Donovan
Op KIPION, Middle East
Performing a vital role in the Middle East, Petty Officer Donovan will be ensuring British-flagged vessels can safely make their journeys through the Middle east.
Flight Lieutenant Rolleston-Smith
Op TORAL, Afghanistan
This Christmas, Flight Lieutenant Rolleston-Smith will be flying NATO troops in her Puma helicopter around the Afghan capital of Kabul. She ensures troops can safely move around the city as the NATO mission helps build the capability of the Afghan forces.
WO2 Palmer
Op TANGHAM, Somalia
WO2 Palmer from the British Army will be in Somalia this festive season with UK troops as they teach, mentor and train the Somalian forces, preparing them for a more prosperous future.
Sam
Op TOSCA, Cyprus
In the Buffer Zone, Sam and his colleagues will be ensuring stability and security in Cyprus as part of a UN Peacekeeping mission.
Jon
Op TRENTON, South Sudan
As part of the UN Mission in South Sudan, Clarke forms part of the British-led Engineering task-force where she will be helping to build infrastructure to further benefit the mission.
