As the relentless work carries on in the harsh heat of the Iraqi desert, Royal Navy personnel have been treated to a few nice surprises in the form of 'comfort parcels' from home. Dozens of parcels have been gratefully received from branches of the Royal Naval Association and distributed to the few hundred naval personnel based there.
The Royal Navy continues to play a major role in the support of the 7th Armoured Brigade in Basra as part of Op Telic. Based in the Contingency Operating Base, work and operations are continuing in order to support the Iraq security forces to provide the city of Basra with the security and stability they require.
A world apart from life on board, personnel from both the Submarine and General Service, many of whom employed out of their source branch, continue to prove their professionalism and determination in this vital ongoing mission. On behalf of all Royal Navy personnel in the COB, Basra, CPO Ian Millar would like to offer a very big thank you to the RNA and all its members for the many parcels received.
"Morale remains high, and with your continued support to our guys out here, it will remain so. Your kind gesture is very much welcomed and received. A huge thank you to you all." - CPO Ian Millar Div HQ MND(SE)
