Jonathan Carlos Bracho-Cooke of 2nd Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment was killed on 5th February 2007 in Iraq.He was leading a patrol in the As Sarraji District of Basra City when his vehicle was hit by an IED; Second Lieutenant Bracho-Cooke died from the injuries he received in the explosion.
His CO, Lieutenant Colonel Simon Hutchinson said: "Jonathan Bracho-Cooke was a fine young platoon commander who had quickly established himself under very difficult conditions. He really stood out as a bright, enthusiastic and charismatic officer. We are very proud that he chose to be one of us, and are desperately sad to have lost him."
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