| Location | Chelmsford |
| Age | 26 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Date of Birth | 1984 |
| Date of Death | 16/03/2010 |
| Visitors | 1,882 since 18/03/2010 |
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Lance Corporal Scott Hardy and Private James Grigg, both from 1st Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment, were killed in Afghanistan on Tuesday 16 March 2010.
They were killed while serving as part of the Household Cavalry Regiment Battle Group, as a result of an explosion which occurred in an area approximately 20km north of Musa Qal'ah district centre, Helmand province.
At the time of their deaths Lance Corporal Hardy and Private Grigg were on an operation inserted deep into Taliban territory, attacking the insurgents where they least expected it.
Lance Corporal Scott Hardy, a bricklayer before joining the Army, he excelled at the Infantry Training Centre, Catterick. He passed out of training in May 2007 and deployed to Afghanistan on Operation HERRICK 6 only three weeks later.
His age and maturity showed in Afghanistan and he was identified as a soldier with the potential to become a Junior Non-Commissioned Officer. He passed his Leadership Course in the winter of 2008 and was promoted shortly after.
His performance on this course was indicative of the man. In the swirling snow and sub-zero conditions and after four-and-a-half hours of tabbing up mountains he was still there, plugging away with a grim smile on his face. He soaked hardship up and got on with the job.
Lance Corporal Hardy arrived in Afghanistan on 19 October 2009 and was employed as a Section Second in Command in 3 Platoon of A (Norfolk) Company.
Lieutenant Colonel James Woodham, Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment said:
"Today the Battalion lost two fine young men, killed by an IED whilst conducting an Operation to rid the Taliban from an area to the North of Musa Qal'ah.
"Serving as part of A (Norfolk) Company, Lance Corporal Scott Hardy has been part of a close knit team which has, through hard Infantry graft, created real improvements in the security for large numbers of people.
"This security allows education, development and health care to flourish without the fear of retribution or intimidation. It is painful that such progress comes at such human cost.
"Scott came to my attention soon after I took over command - a big man, with real gravitas and a natural leader of men. He was a stereotypical Junior Non Commissioned Officer - he could have been squeezed out of the mould that has been producing Infantry leaders for generations.
"Always ready to see the bright side of life, always ready with banter when the situation allowed it. Mature and unflappable, he was one of those individuals who takes life in their stride.
"He was earmarked to attend the Section Commanders Battle Course later this year and we expected him to pass with flying colours.
"His performance leading men in the most demanding of circumstances in Afghanistan was notable - he was steadfast under fire and hugely brave. Blessed by a robust sense of humour, Scott was the first to laugh at life's challenges and keep soldiering on.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Scott's family and girlfriend at this tragic time. This man served as a Viking and died a Viking - we will remember his sacrifice for evermore."
they all done the jump mate, i think it was 30 of the all in all. I bet u must be SO proud of them all for actually going through with it. No one will ever forget you mate, Charlene is making sure of that. hope your enjoying all the lovely weather up there as much as we r down here xx
Well saturday is the big day Scott, SOOO many of your friends are jumping out of a plane for you!!! Most of them are petrified but they wont admit it lol. They are all doing it to keep your memory alive!!! No-one will ever forget you mate. Charlene and everyone will make sure of that xx keep an eye out for them up there xx
my good friend scott
Scott, its been 51 days since we lost you. The turn out for your final send off was amazing!! You would of been so proud to see that the top of the high street was at a total stand still for you!!
Sleep well for now until we meet again
xxx
FOREVER YOUNG!!!!!!
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,,,,,,,,,,, THINKING OF YOU ON YOUR ANGEL DAY ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Happy Easter Our Darling Angel
I Hope You Enjoy This Time Above
I Cant Send You A Easter Egg
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Have a heavenly Easter precious angel
TO SCOTT
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Ever since the day you went away
My life is not the same
The day you left
My heart broke in two
And no amount of time
Will heal the pain
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My tears will fall forever
For my loss of you is so severe
It’s raining on the inside
And my heart is filled with pain
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I won’t ever stop questioning
Why you had to leave
You had so much to live for
Some days it’s still hard to believe
TO SCOTT
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'A' COMPANY
There are two more fallen warriors
Brave deeds have these heroes done
These Valiant Royal Anglian 'Vikings'
Both brave proud loving mother’s sons
In Helmand Province they have fallen
Another IED these insurgents did lay
Another cowardly tactic they employ
That took these two young lives away
There was Lance Corporal Scott Hardy
Aged just 26 and from Chelmsford town
There to bring security to the Afghans
When he so cruelly was brought down
Brave Private James Grigg fell with him
From Hartismere in Suffolk aged just 21
There to rid Musa Qal'ah of the Taliban
To help them look what they have done
The aircraft is prepared, standing ready
There to bring our young Vikings home
These two brave young fallen warriors
Our nation’s heroes they are not alone
We must tell all of their loving families
Tell of a grateful nations love and pride
For in our hearts they will live for ever
These brave sons who for others died
So when they go on their sad final journey
Quietly listen and you will hear that Horn call
It is the call to all our fallen 'Viking' warriors
To take their place in Valhalla's sacred hall
Stuart Bailey. 20.03.10.
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