Published on Apr 28, 2013
Ex Royal Marine Commando Major Phil Ashby Locked Up Abroad -- Sierra Leone Jungle Siege tasked with disarming rebel fighters became trapped and attempted a daring escape. In January 2000, Ashby was deployed to Sierra Leone as part of the UN peacekeeping force, tasked with disarming the rebel fighters from the Revolutionary United Front led by Augustine Gbao. However, the situation became hostile and the house where Ashby and three other officers were staying was attacked. After a narrow escape, they sought refuge at the Kenyan army outpost where they helped defend the camp against several days of attacks. Eventually a decision was taken to escape through the jungle. Fighting dehydration and hunger, the 3 men survived close encounters with the enemy and, assisted by local tribesmen, were eventually rescued by the British Army. After returning, Ashby was awarded the Queen's Gallantry Medal.
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