Durka-Durka~SPARTA~ Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 An amazing story. He took out 3 (three!) machine gun nests. And he's been decorated before in 2006 when he.. tore a Taliban fighter off his back like an insect, stood on his throat and shot him dead. Here's the article on the event, and the citation is below... http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/indepth/he-emerged-victorious-from-a-hell-of-blood-and-fire/story-e6frewp9-1225991995703 http://www.defence.gov.au/special_events/Roberts-Smith/index.htm As he approached the structure, Corporal Roberts Smith identified an insurgent grenadier in the throes of engaging his patrol. Corporal Roberts Smith instinctively engaged the insurgent at point-blank range resulting in the death of the insurgent. With the members of his patrol still pinned down by the three enemy machine gun positions, he exposed his own position in order to draw fire away from his patrol, which enabled them to bring fire to bear against the enemy. His actions enabled his Patrol Commander to throw a grenade and silence one of the machine guns. Seizing the advantage, and demonstrating extreme devotion to duty and the most conspicuous gallantry, Corporal Roberts Smith, with a total disregard for his own safety, stormed the enemy position killing the two remaining machine gunners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halli~SPARTA~ Posted January 23, 2011 Share Posted January 23, 2011 "He is the epitome of the Spartan soldier. It was only a matter of time before he would demonstrate his true ability." Sounds like a real Hero A tip of the glass for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightspeed~SPARTA~ Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 yep he's a legend already. true aussie grit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewman~SPARTA~ Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Caught this on last nights news - good to have heroes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halli~SPARTA~ Posted January 25, 2011 Share Posted January 25, 2011 The Folks at Gr.net posted on this and have a Clip. http://video.adelaidenow.com.au/1761067785/VC-recipient-wears-medal-for-mates?area=videoindex2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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